Potomac Dam No. 5

Maryland — Washington County

Location

StateMaryland
CountyWashington
Coordinates39.60614, -77.92274

Physical Characteristics

NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length
NID Storage4,900 acre-ft
Max Storage4,900 acre-ft
Surface Area490 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP Status
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1830
Primary PurposeFish and Wildlife Pond
Dam Type—
Owner Type—
OwnerDOI NPS

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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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