Located in Cecil, Maryland, Pearce Creek Lake is a federally owned reservoir that serves a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Pearce Creek River.
Wind
Humidity
With a dam height of 20 feet and a length of 2000 feet, this earth dam was completed in 1800 and has a storage capacity of 900 acre-feet. The lake covers an area of 90 acres and is equipped with a controlled spillway to manage water flow during heavy rainfall events.
Although classified as having a low hazard potential, the condition assessment of Pearce Creek Lake is deemed unsatisfactory as of January 2017. Despite this, the risk assessment for the dam is very high, with a rating of 1 on the scale. The dam underwent modifications in 1940 to improve its seismic stability. The area is under the jurisdiction of the Maryland Dam Safety agency, which oversees permitting, inspections, and enforcement to ensure the safety of the structure. This makes Pearce Creek Lake a significant location for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and monitor.
Years Modified |
1940 - Seismic |
Year Completed |
1800 |
Dam Length |
2000 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
Pearce Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
90 |
Nid Storage |
900 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |