Leonard Pond
Key Takeaway
Leonard Pond is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1914 and is 112 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 7.4% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 555 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 133 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 46 acres |
| Drainage Area | 14 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1914 (112 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00156 |
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
Wicomico County Government
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Leonard Pond?
Leonard 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 Leonard Pond?
Leonard Pond is owned by Wicomico County Government (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leonard Pond built?
Leonard Pond was completed in 1914, making it 112 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 Leonard Pond?
Leonard Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Leonard Pond?
Leonard Pond has a dam height of 11 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 Leonard Pond last inspected?
Leonard Pond was last inspected on June 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.