Lake Waterford Dam

Maryland — Anne Arundel County — Magothy River

Location

StateMaryland
CountyAnne Arundel
RiverMagothy River
Coordinates39.11420, -76.55970

Physical Characteristics

NID Height18 ft
Dam Height18 ft
Dam Length507 ft
NID Storage166 acre-ft
Max Storage166 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionJune 20, 2023
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1925
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerAnne Arundel Co-Lake Waterford Park
Other NameLake Waterford

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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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