Eden Mill Dam, also known as Smith's Mill Dam, is a captivating water resource located in Harford County, Maryland.
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This earth dam, completed in 1917 by Buchart Horn, stands at a height of 18 feet and spans a length of 158 feet along the Deer Creek. With a primary purpose of recreation, the dam offers a serene setting for enthusiasts to enjoy the surrounding natural beauty.
Despite its fair condition assessment and significant hazard potential, the dam has been regularly inspected and maintained by the Maryland Dam Safety agency. The structure boasts a storage capacity of 17 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 1549 cubic feet per second. With a spillway width of 150 feet and uncontrolled spillway type, the dam has undergone hydraulic and structural modifications in 1994 to ensure its resilience in the face of climate challenges.
With its historical significance and recreational value, Eden Mill Dam serves as a vital water resource for the community while also posing moderate risks that are managed through diligent inspections and risk assessments. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam provides a fascinating opportunity to appreciate the intersection of human engineering and natural forces in shaping our environment.
Years Modified |
1994 - Hydraulic, 1994 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1917 |
Dam Length |
158 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
Deer Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
85 |
Nid Storage |
17 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Deer Creek At Rocks
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54cfs |
Muddy Creek At Castle Fin
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74cfs |
Little Falls At Blue Mount
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30cfs |
Bynum Run At Bel Air
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3cfs |
Winters Run Near Benson
|
19cfs |
Little Gunpowder Falls At Laurel Brook
|
24cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Crazy Horse
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Custer
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Cochise
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King's Mountain
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Gilbert's Neglect
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Canoe Outpost
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