Savage River Dam

Maryland, Garrett County, Savage River

Location

StateMaryland
CountyGarrett
RiverSavage River
Coordinates39.50750, -79.13300

Physical Characteristics

NID Height184 ft
Dam Height184 ft
Dam Length1,050 ft
NID Storage31,800 acre-ft
Max Storage31,800 acre-ft
Surface Area360 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 8, 2024
Inspection Frequency-

Dam Information

Year Completed1952
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerUpper Potomac River Commission
Other NameSavage Reservoir;Savage River Reservoir

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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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