Sassafras Mill Dam

Maryland — Kent County

Location

StateMaryland
CountyKent
Coordinates39.37180, -75.80290

Physical Characteristics

NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length388 ft
NID Storage87 acre-ft
Max Storage87 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP Status
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1934
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam Type—
Owner Type—
OwnerPhilip Parish

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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.

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