Cherryvale Neighborhood Park Pond

Paint Branch-TR· Prince George's, Maryland· Built 1960· Earth· 10 ft tall
Significant Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Local Government

Key Takeaway

Cherryvale Neighborhood Park Pond is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 4.6% in MD)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage12 acre-ft
Normal Storage4 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge38 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDMD00487

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: January 4, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MD Dam Safety

Ownership

MNCPPC Prince Georges County Parks

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cherryvale Neighborhood Park Pond?

Cherryvale Neighborhood Park 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 Cherryvale Neighborhood Park Pond?

Cherryvale Neighborhood Park Pond is owned by MNCPPC Prince Georges County Parks (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cherryvale Neighborhood Park Pond built?

Cherryvale Neighborhood Park Pond was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Cherryvale Neighborhood Park Pond?

Cherryvale Neighborhood Park Pond serves the following purposes: 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 Cherryvale Neighborhood Park Pond?

Cherryvale Neighborhood Park Pond has a dam height of 10 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 Cherryvale Neighborhood Park Pond last inspected?

Cherryvale Neighborhood Park Pond was last inspected on January 4, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.