Lake Merle Dam
Maryland — Frederick County — Linganore Creek-TR
Location
| State | Maryland |
| County | Frederick |
| River | Linganore Creek-TR |
| Coordinates | 39.42260, -77.30200 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 44 ft |
| Dam Height | 44 ft |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| NID Storage | 303 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 303 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 13, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1971 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Lake Linganore Association |
| Other Name | Meadowlake Dam |
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.