Jessup Park Dam, also known as Jessup Park Asphalt Plant Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Howard, Maryland, near the city of Jessup.
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Built in 2010 by Robert H. Vogel Engineering, Inc., this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 15 feet and spans 663 feet in length. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a storage capacity of 5 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.1 square miles.
Despite its significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment, Jessup Park Dam is regularly inspected and regulated by the Maryland Dam Safety agency. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 8 feet and is equipped with needle gates for outlet control. The last inspection in December 2019 highlighted the dam's need for improvement, emphasizing the moderate risk it poses to the surrounding area.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of dams will find Jessup Park Dam a compelling case study. Its location in the Dorsey Run-TR watershed, under the jurisdiction of the Maryland Dam Safety agency, and its historical data provide valuable insights into the challenges and responsibilities associated with ensuring the safety and efficiency of critical infrastructure in flood-prone areas.
Year Completed |
2010 |
Dam Length |
663 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
Dorsey Run-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
0.26 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
5 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
Needle - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |