Little Youghiogheny Site 1

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateMaryland
CountyGarrett
Nearest CityOakland
River/StreamCherry Glade Run
Coordinates39.41330, -79.39940

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height36 ft
Dam Height33 ft
Dam Length375 ft
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage346 acre-ft
Max Storage346 acre-ft
Normal Storage23 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge5,450 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerTown of Oakland
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/16/2024
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDMD00044
Federal IDMD00044
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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