Boyd Farm Pond
Key Takeaway
Boyd Farm Pond is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 70.5% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 788 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1958 |
| NID ID | MD00174 |
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
Wye Mills Farm Partnership
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Boyd Farm Pond?
Boyd 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 Boyd Farm Pond?
Boyd Farm Pond is owned by Wye Mills Farm Partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boyd Farm Pond built?
Boyd Farm Pond was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Boyd Farm Pond?
Boyd Farm Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Boyd Farm Pond?
Boyd Farm Pond has a dam height of 28 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 Boyd Farm Pond last inspected?
Boyd Farm Pond was last inspected on April 20, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.