Montgomery Run SWM Pond 1 (Montgomery Run Road)
Key Takeaway
Montgomery Run SWM Pond 1 (Montgomery Run Road) is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 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 | 20 ft (taller than 41.2% in MD) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1993 |
| NID ID | MD00589 |
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
Howard County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Montgomery Run SWM Pond 1 (Montgomery Run Road)?
Montgomery Run SWM Pond 1 (Montgomery Run Road) 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 Montgomery Run SWM Pond 1 (Montgomery Run Road)?
Montgomery Run SWM Pond 1 (Montgomery Run Road) is owned by Howard County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Montgomery Run SWM Pond 1 (Montgomery Run Road) built?
Montgomery Run SWM Pond 1 (Montgomery Run Road) was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Montgomery Run SWM Pond 1 (Montgomery Run Road)?
Montgomery Run SWM Pond 1 (Montgomery Run Road) 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 Montgomery Run SWM Pond 1 (Montgomery Run Road)?
Montgomery Run SWM Pond 1 (Montgomery Run Road) has a dam height of 20 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 Montgomery Run SWM Pond 1 (Montgomery Run Road) last inspected?
Montgomery Run SWM Pond 1 (Montgomery Run Road) was last inspected on June 20, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.