What does the Corps do during a high water event (dam)?
Baltimore District hydraulic engineers monitor water levels in the region’s major rivers and regulate Corps-managed dams and reservoirs to minimize downstream impacts. Engineers in the Corps’ Reservoir Control Center receive electronic data from satellite imagery and river gages, as well as real-time reports from its field personnel on the ground, to help make decisions on when to open and close the gates at the dams. During this time, teams of engineers at the dams are inspecting and monitoring the performance of the structure and taking the necessary action to ensure the safety of the surrounding communities.
