North Laurel Park Swm Pond (Sewall Avenue)

Patuxent River-TR· Howard, Maryland· Built 1998· Earth· 30 ft tall
Significant Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

North Laurel Park Swm Pond (Sewall Avenue) is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 74.6% in MD)
Dam Length270 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage33 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge493 cfs
Year Completed1998 (28 years old)
Year Modified1998
NID IDMD00335

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: May 16, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MD Dam Safety

Ownership

Cornerstone Holdings, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of North Laurel Park Swm Pond (Sewall Avenue)?

North Laurel Park Swm Pond (Sewall Avenue) 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 North Laurel Park Swm Pond (Sewall Avenue)?

North Laurel Park Swm Pond (Sewall Avenue) is owned by Cornerstone Holdings, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was North Laurel Park Swm Pond (Sewall Avenue) built?

North Laurel Park Swm Pond (Sewall Avenue) was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 North Laurel Park Swm Pond (Sewall Avenue)?

North Laurel Park Swm Pond (Sewall Avenue) serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is North Laurel Park Swm Pond (Sewall Avenue)?

North Laurel Park Swm Pond (Sewall Avenue) has a dam height of 30 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 North Laurel Park Swm Pond (Sewall Avenue) last inspected?

North Laurel Park Swm Pond (Sewall Avenue) was last inspected on May 16, 2019. 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.