Chadswood Swm Pond (Cross Laurel Drive)
Key Takeaway
Chadswood Swm Pond (Cross Laurel Drive) is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 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 | 20 ft (taller than 41.2% in MD) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00497 |
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
Chadswood Homeowners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chadswood Swm Pond (Cross Laurel Drive)?
Chadswood Swm Pond (Cross Laurel Drive) 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 Chadswood Swm Pond (Cross Laurel Drive)?
Chadswood Swm Pond (Cross Laurel Drive) is owned by Chadswood Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chadswood Swm Pond (Cross Laurel Drive) built?
Chadswood Swm Pond (Cross Laurel Drive) was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Chadswood Swm Pond (Cross Laurel Drive)?
Chadswood Swm Pond (Cross Laurel Drive) 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 Chadswood Swm Pond (Cross Laurel Drive)?
Chadswood Swm Pond (Cross Laurel Drive) has a dam height of 20 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 Chadswood Swm Pond (Cross Laurel Drive) last inspected?
Chadswood Swm Pond (Cross Laurel Drive) was last inspected on June 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.