Lake Ridge Community Pond Dam (Alta Drive)

Fishing Creek-TR· Calvert, Maryland· Built 1969· Earth· 28 ft tall

Significant Hazard Irrigation Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Ridge Community Pond Dam (Alta Drive) is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	28 ft (taller than 70.5% in MD)
Dam Length	285 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	154 acre-ft
Normal Storage	67 acre-ft

Surface Area	7 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	38 cfs
Year Completed	1969 (57 years old)
NID ID	MD00186

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: Yes

Last Inspection: July 3, 2021

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: MD Dam Safety

Ownership

Lake Ridge Homeowners Association, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Ridge Community Pond Dam (Alta Drive)?

Lake Ridge Community Pond Dam (Alta Drive) 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 Lake Ridge Community Pond Dam (Alta Drive)?

Lake Ridge Community Pond Dam (Alta Drive) is owned by Lake Ridge Homeowners Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Ridge Community Pond Dam (Alta Drive) built?

Lake Ridge Community Pond Dam (Alta Drive) was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Lake Ridge Community Pond Dam (Alta Drive)?

Lake Ridge Community Pond Dam (Alta Drive) serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lake Ridge Community Pond Dam (Alta Drive)?

Lake Ridge Community Pond Dam (Alta Drive) has a dam height of 28 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 Lake Ridge Community Pond Dam (Alta Drive) last inspected?

Lake Ridge Community Pond Dam (Alta Drive) was last inspected on July 3, 2021. 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.