Lutheran Village At Millers Grant Pond 1 (Vals Lane)

Plumtree Branch-TR· Howard, Maryland· Built 2015· Earth· 18 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Lutheran Village At Millers Grant Pond 1 (Vals Lane) is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 2015 and is 11 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 18 ft (taller than 36.5% in MD)
Dam Length280 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge300 cfs
Year Completed2015 (11 years old)
Year Modified2015
NID IDMD00502

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: April 8, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MD Dam Safety

Ownership

Carroll Lutheran Village

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lutheran Village At Millers Grant Pond 1 (Vals Lane)?

Lutheran Village At Millers Grant Pond 1 (Vals Lane) 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 Lutheran Village At Millers Grant Pond 1 (Vals Lane)?

Lutheran Village At Millers Grant Pond 1 (Vals Lane) is owned by Carroll Lutheran Village (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lutheran Village At Millers Grant Pond 1 (Vals Lane) built?

Lutheran Village At Millers Grant Pond 1 (Vals Lane) was completed in 2015, making it 11 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 Lutheran Village At Millers Grant Pond 1 (Vals Lane)?

Lutheran Village At Millers Grant Pond 1 (Vals Lane) 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 Lutheran Village At Millers Grant Pond 1 (Vals Lane)?

Lutheran Village At Millers Grant Pond 1 (Vals Lane) has a dam height of 18 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 Lutheran Village At Millers Grant Pond 1 (Vals Lane) last inspected?

Lutheran Village At Millers Grant Pond 1 (Vals Lane) was last inspected on April 8, 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.