Needwood Dam - June 2006

A view of the seepage viewed from the downstream slope at Needwood Dam. The dam was considered to be in excellent condition, well maintained, and had no known serious problems.

However, annual inspections of the dam starting in about 1995 noted some wet areas, and by 1999 nine observation wells were installed into the dam embankments and foundation. (Photo courtesty of Hal Van Aller of Maryland Dam Safety.)