Roberts Field Basin 2 (North Woods Trail Near Trophy Drive)

Piney Run· Carroll, Maryland· Built 1992· Earth· 22 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Roberts Field Basin 2 (North Woods Trail Near Trophy Drive) is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 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 22 ft (taller than 50.6% in MD)
Dam Length170 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage21 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge716 cfs
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDMD00504

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: October 28, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MD Dam Safety

Ownership

Town of Hampstead

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Roberts Field Basin 2 (North Woods Trail Near Trophy Drive)?

Roberts Field Basin 2 (North Woods Trail Near Trophy Drive) 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 Roberts Field Basin 2 (North Woods Trail Near Trophy Drive)?

Roberts Field Basin 2 (North Woods Trail Near Trophy Drive) is owned by Town of Hampstead (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Roberts Field Basin 2 (North Woods Trail Near Trophy Drive) built?

Roberts Field Basin 2 (North Woods Trail Near Trophy Drive) was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Roberts Field Basin 2 (North Woods Trail Near Trophy Drive)?

Roberts Field Basin 2 (North Woods Trail Near Trophy Drive) 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 Roberts Field Basin 2 (North Woods Trail Near Trophy Drive)?

Roberts Field Basin 2 (North Woods Trail Near Trophy Drive) has a dam height of 22 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 Roberts Field Basin 2 (North Woods Trail Near Trophy Drive) last inspected?

Roberts Field Basin 2 (North Woods Trail Near Trophy Drive) was last inspected on October 28, 2021. 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.