Snowden Pond
Key Takeaway
Snowden Pond is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 47.7% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 420 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00418 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Snowden Pond?
Snowden 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 Snowden Pond?
Snowden Pond is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Snowden Pond built?
Snowden Pond was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Snowden Pond?
Snowden Pond serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Snowden Pond?
Snowden Pond has a dam height of 21 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 Snowden Pond last inspected?
Snowden Pond was last inspected on September 10, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.