Kurt Sherman Dam (Upper Pond)

Maryland — Washington County — Offstream-Dry Run

Location

StateMaryland
CountyWashington
RiverOffstream-Dry Run
Coordinates39.72022, -77.89740

Physical Characteristics

NID Height28 ft
Dam Height28 ft
Dam Length1,060 ft
NID Storage59 acre-ft
Max Storage59 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionDecember 17, 2024
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1957
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerKurt Sherman
Other NameOld Oliver Company Dam

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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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