Blairs Valley Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateMaryland
CountyWashington
Nearest CityShady Bower
River/StreamLittle Conococheague Creek
Coordinates39.69611, -77.94158

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height34 ft
Dam Height34 ft
Dam Length670 ft
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage679 acre-ft
Max Storage679 acre-ft
Normal Storage486 acre-ft
Surface Area32 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge4,150 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerMD DNR Indian Springs WMA
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection12/17/2024
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDMD00061
Federal IDMD00061
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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