Country Meadows Swm Pond
Key Takeaway
Country Meadows Swm Pond is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 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 | 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00590 |
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
Howard County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Country Meadows Swm Pond?
Country Meadows Swm 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 Country Meadows Swm Pond?
Country Meadows Swm Pond is owned by Howard County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Country Meadows Swm Pond built?
Country Meadows Swm Pond was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Country Meadows Swm Pond?
Country Meadows Swm Pond 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 Country Meadows Swm Pond?
Country Meadows Swm Pond has a dam height of 17 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 Country Meadows Swm Pond last inspected?
Country Meadows Swm Pond was last inspected on December 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.