Northridge Swm Pond (Quisinberry Way)
Key Takeaway
Northridge Swm Pond (Quisinberry Way) is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 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 | 28 ft (taller than 70.5% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 410 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 494 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1989 |
| NID ID | MD00515 |
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
City of Bowie
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Northridge Swm Pond (Quisinberry Way)?
Northridge Swm Pond (Quisinberry Way) 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 Northridge Swm Pond (Quisinberry Way)?
Northridge Swm Pond (Quisinberry Way) is owned by City of Bowie (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Northridge Swm Pond (Quisinberry Way) built?
Northridge Swm Pond (Quisinberry Way) was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Northridge Swm Pond (Quisinberry Way)?
Northridge Swm Pond (Quisinberry Way) 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 Northridge Swm Pond (Quisinberry Way)?
Northridge Swm Pond (Quisinberry Way) has a dam height of 28 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 Northridge Swm Pond (Quisinberry Way) last inspected?
Northridge Swm Pond (Quisinberry Way) was last inspected on April 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.