Broad Creek Dam
Maryland, Harford County, Broad Creek
Location
| State | Maryland |
| County | Harford |
| River | Broad Creek |
| Coordinates | 39.69000, -76.26330 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 36 ft |
| Dam Height | 36 ft |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| NID Storage | 958 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 958 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | November 7, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | - |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1948 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Boy Scouts of America-Balt |
| Other Name | Lake Strauss |
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.