Cecil Sand and Gravel Pond 6
Key Takeaway
Cecil Sand and Gravel Pond 6 is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 49 ft (taller than 92.1% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00393 |
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
York Building Products Co, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cecil Sand and Gravel Pond 6?
Cecil Sand and Gravel Pond 6 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 Cecil Sand and Gravel Pond 6?
Cecil Sand and Gravel Pond 6 is owned by York Building Products Co, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cecil Sand and Gravel Pond 6 built?
Cecil Sand and Gravel Pond 6 was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Cecil Sand and Gravel Pond 6?
Cecil Sand and Gravel Pond 6 serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cecil Sand and Gravel Pond 6?
Cecil Sand and Gravel Pond 6 has a dam height of 49 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 Cecil Sand and Gravel Pond 6 last inspected?
Cecil Sand and Gravel Pond 6 was last inspected on July 31, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.