Greenbelt Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Greenbelt Dam, also known as Greenbelt Park, is a local government-owned structure located in Prince George's County, Maryland.


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Summary

Completed in 1936, this earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and has a length of 640 feet, providing recreational opportunities in the area. With a storage capacity of 326 acre-feet and a surface area of 21.5 acres, the dam serves the primary purpose of recreation for the community.

Maintained by the Maryland Dam Safety agency, Greenbelt Dam has a spillway width of 15 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 2000 cubic feet per second. The dam's hazard potential is classified as high, but its condition assessment is deemed satisfactory as of June 2020. With a moderate risk rating, the dam underwent structural modifications in 1985 to ensure its continued safety and functionality.

Located along the Indian Creek-TR, Greenbelt Dam is an important water resource structure in Maryland. With regular inspections and emergency preparedness measures in place, the dam continues to serve as a vital component of the local watershed management system, offering both recreational opportunities and essential flood control capabilities for the surrounding area.

Years Modified

1985 - Structural

Year Completed

1936

Dam Length

640

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

Indian Creek-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

21.5

Drainage Area

0.8

Nid Storage

326

Outlet Gates

Valve - 0

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

22
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.