Bobcat Pond
Key Takeaway
Bobcat Pond is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 2016 and is 10 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.1% in MD) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2016 (10 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00631 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Allegany Coal and Land Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bobcat Pond?
Bobcat Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bobcat Pond?
Bobcat Pond is owned by Allegany Coal and Land Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bobcat Pond built?
Bobcat Pond was completed in 2016, making it 10 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Bobcat Pond?
Bobcat Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bobcat Pond?
Bobcat Pond has a dam height of 13 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Bobcat Pond last inspected?
Bobcat Pond was last inspected on April 27, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.