Jennings Randolph Dam

High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMaryland
CountyMineral
Nearest CityBARNUM
River/StreamNORTH BRANCH POTOMAC RIVER
Coordinates39.43224, -79.12241

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRockfill
NID Height296 ft
Dam Height296 ft
Dam Length2,130 ft
Year Completed1981 (45 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage130,900 acre-ft
Max Storage130,900 acre-ft
Normal Storage94,700 acre-ft
Surface Area965 acres
Drainage Area263 sq mi
Max Discharge193,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerUSACE - Baltimore District
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection06/03/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMD00069
Federal IDMD00069
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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