St. Pauls Millpond
Key Takeaway
St. Pauls Millpond is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 166 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,161 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00100 |
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
Chesapeake Farms Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of St. Pauls Millpond?
St. Pauls Millpond 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 St. Pauls Millpond?
St. Pauls Millpond is owned by Chesapeake Farms Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was St. Pauls Millpond built?
St. Pauls Millpond was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 St. Pauls Millpond?
St. Pauls Millpond serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is St. Pauls Millpond?
St. Pauls Millpond 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 St. Pauls Millpond last inspected?
St. Pauls Millpond was last inspected on October 22, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.