Warner Gap Hollow Dam

Washington County, Maryland (near Greensburg Sch.)

River/Stream: Warner Gap Hollow Creek

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
65 ft
Dam Length
700 ft
Reservoir Storage
296 acre-ft
Year Completed
1902
Primary Purpose
Water Supply
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
6,800 cfs

Condition Assessment

UnsatisfactoryLast inspected: 2024-09-12

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Unsatisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
MD00006
State
Maryland (MD)
Coordinates
39.66330, -77.55000
Age
124 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.