Cranberry Branch Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMaryland
CountyCarroll
Nearest CityCranberry Station
River/StreamCranberry Branch-OS
Coordinates39.60000, -76.96330

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height32 ft
Dam Height32 ft
Dam Length2,400 ft
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage437 acre-ft
Max Storage437 acre-ft
Normal Storage337 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge91 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of Westminster
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection05/08/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMD00090
Federal IDMD00090
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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