Lake Waterford Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateMaryland
CountyAnne Arundel
Nearest CityMagothy Park Beach
River/StreamMagothy River
Coordinates39.11420, -76.55970

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height18 ft
Dam Height18 ft
Dam Length507 ft
Year Completed1925 (101 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage166 acre-ft
Max Storage166 acre-ft
Normal Storage66 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge2,468 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerAnne Arundel Co-Lake Waterford Park
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection06/20/2023
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDMD00151
Federal IDMD00151
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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