Goldberg Pond
Key Takeaway
Goldberg Pond is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 41.2% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 428 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00166 |
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
David Goldberg
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Goldberg Pond?
Goldberg 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 Goldberg Pond?
Goldberg Pond is owned by David Goldberg (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Goldberg Pond built?
Goldberg Pond was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Goldberg Pond?
Goldberg 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 Goldberg Pond?
Goldberg 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 Goldberg Pond last inspected?
Goldberg Pond was last inspected on March 28, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.