Starkey Pond

Morsell Creek· Calvert, Maryland· Built 1950· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Starkey Pond is classified as low hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 7.4% in MD)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge55 cfs
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDMD00372

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 4, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MD Dam Safety

Ownership

Tom Starkey

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Starkey Pond?

Starkey 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 Starkey Pond?

Starkey Pond is owned by Tom Starkey (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Starkey Pond built?

Starkey Pond was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Starkey Pond?

Starkey Pond serves the following purposes: Other, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Starkey Pond?

Starkey Pond has a dam height of 11 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 Starkey Pond last inspected?

Starkey Pond was last inspected on June 4, 2013. 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.