Beaglin Park Dam (Beaglin Park Drive) Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Beaglin Park Dam, also known as Schumaker Pond, is a local government-owned structure located in Salisbury, Maryland.
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Summary
Completed in 1976, this earthen dam stands at a height of 21 feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes. The dam, spanning a length of 630 feet, holds a maximum storage capacity of 879 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 48.6 acres.
Situated on Beaver Dam Creek, Beaglin Park Dam is regulated by the Maryland Dam Safety agency and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its integrity. With a high hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam poses moderate risk, prompting the need for risk management measures. The spillway, with a width of 135 feet, is uncontrolled, allowing for a maximum discharge of 6787 cubic feet per second.
In the event of an emergency, it is essential for the local authorities to have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. While the EAP status and guidelines compliance are unspecified, the dam's emergency contacts and risk assessment indicate the necessity for preparedness and proactive measures to mitigate potential risks associated with Beaglin Park Dam.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
630 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
Beaver Dam Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
48.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
19.5 |
Nid Storage |
879 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Beaglin Park Dam (Beaglin Park Drive)