Crofton Farms Regional SWM Pond
Key Takeaway
Crofton Farms Regional SWM Pond is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 21.8% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1998 |
| NID ID | MD00488 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
AA County DPW
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Crofton Farms Regional SWM Pond?
Crofton Farms Regional SWM Pond is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Crofton Farms Regional SWM Pond?
Crofton Farms Regional SWM Pond is owned by AA County DPW (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Crofton Farms Regional SWM Pond built?
Crofton Farms Regional SWM Pond was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Crofton Farms Regional SWM Pond?
Crofton Farms Regional 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 Crofton Farms Regional SWM Pond?
Crofton Farms Regional SWM Pond has a dam height of 15 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 Crofton Farms Regional SWM Pond last inspected?
Crofton Farms Regional SWM Pond was last inspected on October 21, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.