Cove Point Lng Main Dam

Calvert County, Maryland (near Cove Point)

River/Stream: Wilbur Creek

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
78 ft
Dam Length
670 ft
Reservoir Storage
830 acre-ft
Year Completed
1974
Primary Purpose
Recreation
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
172 cfs

Condition Assessment

FairLast inspected: 2022-06-24

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

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

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
MD00116
State
Maryland (MD)
Coordinates
38.38890, -76.40330
Age
52 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.