Rabbitt Road Swm Pond
Key Takeaway
Rabbitt Road Swm Pond is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 55.9% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00551 |
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
City of Gaithersburg
Local Government
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Significant Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Rabbitt Road Swm Pond?
Rabbitt Road Swm 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 Rabbitt Road Swm Pond?
Rabbitt Road Swm Pond is owned by City of Gaithersburg (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rabbitt Road Swm Pond built?
Rabbitt Road Swm Pond was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Rabbitt Road Swm Pond?
Rabbitt Road 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 Rabbitt Road Swm Pond?
Rabbitt Road Swm Pond has a dam height of 23 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 Rabbitt Road Swm Pond last inspected?
Rabbitt Road Swm Pond was last inspected on January 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.