Mason Dixon Original Settling Pond
Key Takeaway
Mason Dixon Original Settling Pond is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 52 ft (taller than 93% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 1,390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 386 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 286 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 44 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00115 |
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
York Building Products Co, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mason Dixon Original Settling Pond?
Mason Dixon Original Settling 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 Mason Dixon Original Settling Pond?
Mason Dixon Original Settling Pond is owned by York Building Products Co, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mason Dixon Original Settling Pond built?
Mason Dixon Original Settling Pond was completed in 1966, making it 60 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Mason Dixon Original Settling Pond?
Mason Dixon Original Settling Pond has a dam height of 52 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 Mason Dixon Original Settling Pond last inspected?
Mason Dixon Original Settling Pond was last inspected on July 31, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.