Glen Elyn Lower Dam, located in the Moores Road Area of Harford, Maryland, is a recreational Earth dam built in 1975 with a height of 21.5 feet and a hydraulic height of 17 feet.
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The dam serves primarily for recreation purposes, providing a surface area of 1.8 acres and a normal storage capacity of 8.5 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Little Gunpower Falls-TR river, within the Philadelphia District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite being categorized as having a significant hazard potential, Glen Elyn Lower Dam is assessed to be in fair condition as of April 2021. The dam underwent structural modifications in 2009 and is inspected every three years. Its spillway type is uncontrolled, with a maximum discharge capacity of 170 cubic feet per second. The dam is regulated by the Maryland Dam Safety agency and has state permits for operation, inspection, and enforcement.
Overall, Glen Elyn Lower Dam is a vital recreational structure in the Moores Road Area, offering opportunities for water-based activities and leisure. With its moderate risk assessment and fair condition, the dam continues to be an important feature for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate and monitor for safety and regulatory compliance.
Years Modified |
2009 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
21.5 |
River Or Stream |
Little Gunpower Falls-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
0.18 |
Nid Storage |
21 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
Needle - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |