Savage River Reservoir Near Bloomington
April 19, 2024
1,468 ft
-0.01% today100% of Normal • Normal
Water lake or reservoir water surface elevation above navd 1988, ft levels at Savage River Reservoir Near Bloomington are currently 1,468 ft, about 100% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 1,460.67ft. Maximum recorded Lake or reservoir water surface elevation above NAVD 1988, ft since record keeping began in 2019 was 2024-04-04 when levels reached 1,469.97 ft. Lowest recorded Lake or reservoir water surface elevation above NAVD 1988, ft was 2022-11-11 when levels receded to 1,422.81 ft. View historical levels.
Savage River Reservoir, located near Bloomington, MD in Maryland, was constructed in the 1950s by the state government to provide drinking water to the surrounding areas. The reservoir is fed by the Savage River and several smaller tributaries, and it also receives water from snowmelt in the winter months. The reservoir covers more than 300 acres and has a maximum depth of 75 feet. The reservoir is used for agriculture and recreational purposes, with fishing, boating, and camping being popular activities. The area surrounding the reservoir is also home to several hiking trails and scenic overlooks. The Savage River Dam controls the flow of water into the reservoir and is managed by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.
| Geolocation | -79.134, 39.507 |
| Elevation | 1,490.05 ft |
| Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Navd 1988, Ft 24hr Change | -0.01% |
| Percent of Normal | 100% |
| Minimum |
1,422.81 ft
2022-11-11 |
| Maximum |
1,469.97 ft
2024-04-04 |
| Average | 1,461 ft |
| Dam_Height | 184 |
| Drainage_Area | 105 |
| Years_Modified | 2010 - Structural |
| Year_Completed | 1952 |
| Nid_Storage | 31800 |
| River_Or_Stream | Savage River |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
| Foundations | Rock |
| Surface_Area | 360 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Outlet_Gates | Valve - 0 |
| Dam_Length | 1050 |
| Nid_Height | 184 |
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