Ferry Landing Woods Pond
Key Takeaway
Ferry Landing Woods Pond is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 50.6% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00354 |
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
Ferry Landing Woods Civic Association
Private
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Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ferry Landing Woods Pond?
Ferry Landing Woods 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 Ferry Landing Woods Pond?
Ferry Landing Woods Pond is owned by Ferry Landing Woods Civic Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ferry Landing Woods Pond built?
Ferry Landing Woods Pond 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 Ferry Landing Woods Pond?
Ferry Landing Woods Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ferry Landing Woods Pond?
Ferry Landing Woods Pond has a dam height of 22 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 Ferry Landing Woods Pond last inspected?
Ferry Landing Woods Pond was last inspected on June 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.