Scull Farm Pond
Key Takeaway
Scull Farm Pond is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 50.6% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 84 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00180 |
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
Two Rivers Farm Company Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Scull Farm Pond?
Scull Farm 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 Scull Farm Pond?
Scull Farm Pond is owned by Two Rivers Farm Company Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scull Farm Pond built?
Scull Farm Pond was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Scull Farm Pond?
Scull Farm Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Scull Farm Pond?
Scull Farm Pond 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 Scull Farm Pond last inspected?
Scull Farm Pond was last inspected on November 29, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.