Little Seneca Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateMaryland
CountyMontgomery
Nearest CityGermantown
River/StreamLittle Seneca Creek
Coordinates39.18500, -77.30000

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height99 ft
Dam Height99 ft
Dam Length628 ft
Year Completed1984 (42 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage24,185 acre-ft
Max Storage24,185 acre-ft
Normal Storage13,050 acre-ft
Surface Area505 acres
Drainage Area20 sq mi
Max Discharge73,292 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerWashington Suburban Sanitary Commission
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection05/30/2024
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDMD00297
Federal IDMD00297
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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