Lower Lake Royer
Maryland, Washington County, Falls Creek-TR
Location
| State | Maryland |
| County | Washington |
| River | Falls Creek-TR |
| Coordinates | 39.71167, -77.49500 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 19 ft |
| Dam Height | 19 ft |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| NID Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | March 19, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | - |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1898 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Washington Co Commissioners |
| Other Name | Fort Ritchie Dam;Lake Royer |
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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.