Frost Pond (Mlk Jr. Hwy)

Beaverdam Creek· Prince George's, Maryland· Built 1988· Earth· 27 ft tall

Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Frost Pond (Mlk Jr. Hwy) 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	27 ft (taller than 67.4% in MD)
Dam Length	415 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	4 acre-ft
Normal Storage	0 acre-ft

Surface Area	0 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Year Completed	1988 (38 years old)
Year Modified	2012
NID ID	MD00584

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: February 16, 2022

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: MD Dam Safety

Ownership

Prince Georges County

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Frost Pond (Mlk Jr. Hwy)?

Frost Pond (Mlk Jr. Hwy) 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 Frost Pond (Mlk Jr. Hwy)?

Frost Pond (Mlk Jr. Hwy) is owned by Prince Georges County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Frost Pond (Mlk Jr. Hwy) built?

Frost Pond (Mlk Jr. Hwy) 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 Frost Pond (Mlk Jr. Hwy)?

Frost Pond (Mlk Jr. Hwy) 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 Frost Pond (Mlk Jr. Hwy)?

Frost Pond (Mlk Jr. Hwy) has a dam height of 27 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 Frost Pond (Mlk Jr. Hwy) last inspected?

Frost Pond (Mlk Jr. Hwy) was last inspected on February 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.