Contee Main Settling Pond
Key Takeaway
Contee Main Settling Pond is classified as high hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is tailings. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 86.3% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00081 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Laurel Sand and Gravel, Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Contee Main Settling Pond?
Contee Main Settling Pond is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Contee Main Settling Pond?
Contee Main Settling Pond is owned by Laurel Sand and Gravel, Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Contee Main Settling Pond built?
Contee Main Settling 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 Contee Main Settling Pond?
Contee Main Settling Pond 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 Contee Main Settling Pond?
Contee Main Settling Pond has a dam height of 41 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 Contee Main Settling Pond last inspected?
Contee Main Settling Pond was last inspected on October 27, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.