Inspiration Lake
Maryland — Montgomery County — Muddy Branch-TR
Location
| State | Maryland |
| County | Montgomery |
| River | Muddy Branch-TR |
| Coordinates | 39.11593, -77.24023 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 40 ft |
| Dam Height | 40 ft |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| NID Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | April 18, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1950 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Gaithersburg |
| Other Name | Inspiration Lake;Kentlands - Lake Inspiration |
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.