Located in Hagerstown, Maryland, the Cortland Manor Swm Dam is a private earth dam completed in 2006.
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With a height of 14.5 feet and a length of 320 feet, this structure serves as flood protection for the surrounding area, specifically the Antietam Creek-TR. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the Maryland Dam Safety agency and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its integrity.
Antietam Design and Merle Seville, PE are credited as the dam's designers, utilizing a stone core for added structural stability. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 69 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.5 square miles. In the event of excess water, an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 150 feet allows for the safe release of water, with a maximum discharge of 2930 cubic feet per second.
With a moderate risk assessment rating, the Cortland Manor Swm Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating the impact of climate events in the region. Its presence underscores the importance of proactive maintenance and monitoring of dams to safeguard communities and the environment from potential risks.
Year Completed |
2006 |
Dam Length |
320 |
Dam Height |
14.5 |
River Or Stream |
Antietam Creek-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
1.5 |
Nid Storage |
69 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Antietam Creek Near Waynesboro
|
38cfs |
Conococheague Creek At Fairview
|
151cfs |
Marsh Run At Grimes
|
6cfs |
Antietam Creek Near Sharpsburg
|
114cfs |
Potomac River At Shepherdstown
|
982cfs |
Catoctin Creek Near Middletown
|
25cfs |