Eden Mill Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMaryland
CountyHarford
River/StreamDeer Creek
Coordinates39.67484, -76.45298

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height18 ft
Dam Height18 ft
Dam Length158 ft
Year Completed1917 (109 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage17 acre-ft
Max Storage17 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area85 sq mi
Max Discharge1,549 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerHarford County Parks and Recreation
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection07/25/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMD00225
Federal IDMD00225
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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