Ritchie Hill Swm Pond
Key Takeaway
Ritchie Hill Swm Pond is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 21.8% in MD) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 856 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2008 |
| NID ID | MD00402 |
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
MD DOT State Highway Admin Bridge Hydraulics
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Ritchie Hill Swm Pond?
Ritchie Hill 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 Ritchie Hill Swm Pond?
Ritchie Hill Swm Pond is owned by MD DOT State Highway Admin Bridge Hydraulics (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ritchie Hill Swm Pond built?
Ritchie Hill Swm Pond was completed in 2008, making it 18 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Ritchie Hill Swm Pond?
Ritchie Hill Swm Pond has a dam height of 15 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 Ritchie Hill Swm Pond last inspected?
Ritchie Hill Swm Pond was last inspected on December 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.