Bond Farm Pond
Key Takeaway
Bond Farm Pond is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 77 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1973 |
| NID ID | MD00165 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
William M Bond, Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bond Farm Pond?
Bond Farm Pond is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bond Farm Pond?
Bond Farm Pond is owned by William M Bond, Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bond Farm Pond built?
Bond Farm Pond was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Bond Farm Pond?
Bond Farm Pond serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bond Farm Pond?
Bond Farm Pond has a dam height of 17 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 Bond Farm Pond last inspected?
Bond Farm Pond was last inspected on October 21, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.