Old Loch Raven Dam
Maryland — Baltimore County — Gunpowder River
Location
| State | Maryland |
| County | Baltimore |
| River | Gunpowder River |
| Coordinates | 39.42580, -76.54171 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| NID Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | June 13, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1875 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Baltimore City DPW Reservoir Section |
| Other Name | Lower Loch Raven Dam |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.