Harry S. Truman Pkwy Park N Ride Swm Pond
Key Takeaway
Harry S. Truman Pkwy Park N Ride Swm Pond is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 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 | 14 ft (taller than 16.8% in MD) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 21 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1987 |
| NID ID | MD00603 |
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
MDDOT State Highway Administration
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Harry S. Truman Pkwy Park N Ride Swm Pond?
Harry S. Truman Pkwy Park N Ride 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 Harry S. Truman Pkwy Park N Ride Swm Pond?
Harry S. Truman Pkwy Park N Ride Swm Pond is owned by MDDOT State Highway Administration (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harry S. Truman Pkwy Park N Ride Swm Pond built?
Harry S. Truman Pkwy Park N Ride Swm Pond was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Harry S. Truman Pkwy Park N Ride Swm Pond?
Harry S. Truman Pkwy Park N Ride 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 Harry S. Truman Pkwy Park N Ride Swm Pond?
Harry S. Truman Pkwy Park N Ride Swm Pond has a dam height of 14 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 Harry S. Truman Pkwy Park N Ride Swm Pond last inspected?
Harry S. Truman Pkwy Park N Ride Swm Pond was last inspected on July 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.