Frederick Research Park Lot 4 Swm Pond
Key Takeaway
Frederick Research Park Lot 4 Swm Pond is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 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 | 20 ft (taller than 41.2% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,745 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00554 |
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
Corporate Office Properties Trust (COPT)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Frederick Research Park Lot 4 Swm Pond?
Frederick Research Park Lot 4 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 Frederick Research Park Lot 4 Swm Pond?
Frederick Research Park Lot 4 Swm Pond is owned by Corporate Office Properties Trust (COPT) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frederick Research Park Lot 4 Swm Pond built?
Frederick Research Park Lot 4 Swm Pond was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Frederick Research Park Lot 4 Swm Pond?
Frederick Research Park Lot 4 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 Frederick Research Park Lot 4 Swm Pond?
Frederick Research Park Lot 4 Swm Pond has a dam height of 20 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 Frederick Research Park Lot 4 Swm Pond last inspected?
Frederick Research Park Lot 4 Swm Pond was last inspected on August 4, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.