Queensberry Drive Swm Pond
Key Takeaway
Queensberry Drive Swm Pond is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 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 | 19 ft (taller than 39.6% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 305 ft |
| Dam Type | Arch |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,095 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2004 |
| NID ID | MD00384 |
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
Queensberry Community Association, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Queensberry Drive Swm Pond?
Queensberry Drive Swm Pond 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 Queensberry Drive Swm Pond?
Queensberry Drive Swm Pond is owned by Queensberry Community Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Queensberry Drive Swm Pond built?
Queensberry Drive Swm Pond was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Queensberry Drive Swm Pond?
Queensberry Drive Swm Pond 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 Queensberry Drive Swm Pond?
Queensberry Drive Swm Pond has a dam height of 19 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 Queensberry Drive Swm Pond last inspected?
Queensberry Drive Swm Pond was last inspected on March 5, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.