Umstc Lower Dam (Curie Drive)
Maryland — Prince George's County — Patuxent River-TR
Location
| State | Maryland |
| County | Prince George's |
| River | Patuxent River-TR |
| Coordinates | 38.96250, -76.70830 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 38 ft |
| Dam Height | 38 ft |
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| NID Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | June 25, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 2001 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Bowie |
| Other Name | Melford Lower Dam (Curie Drive) |
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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.