Windgate Swm Dam 3 (Burtons Cove Way) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Windgate Swm Dam 3 (Burtons Cove Way) is a privately owned earth dam situated in West Annapolis, Maryland.


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Summary

Constructed in 1994, this dam stands at a height of 23 feet and has a storage capacity of 7 acre-feet. It serves the purpose of offstream water management for Weems Creek, with a drainage area of 0.02 square miles and a maximum discharge rate of 270 cubic feet per second.

Managed by the Maryland Dam Safety regulatory agency, Windgate Swm Dam 3 has been assessed to have a significant hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet and has undergone inspections every three years, with the last assessment conducted in March 2019. The risk assessment for this dam is classified as moderate (3), highlighting the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and safety for the surrounding community.

Overall, Windgate Swm Dam 3 plays a crucial role in water resource management in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. As a significant infrastructure for flood control and water storage, it is essential to uphold regular inspections and maintenance to mitigate risks and ensure the continued safety and functionality of this vital structure in the face of changing climate conditions and water resource demands.

Year Completed

1994

Dam Length

213

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

Offstream-Weems Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

0.5

Drainage Area

0.02

Nid Storage

7

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

23
       
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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.