Summerfield Swm Pond No. 2

TR-Southwest Branch· Prince George's, Maryland· Earth· 15 ft tall
High Hazard Local Government

Key Takeaway

Summerfield Swm Pond No. 2 is classified as high hazard in Maryland. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 21.8% in MD)
Dam Length445 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDMD00625

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 16, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MD Dam Safety

Ownership

Prince Georges County

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Summerfield Swm Pond No. 2?

Summerfield Swm Pond No. 2 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Summerfield Swm Pond No. 2?

Summerfield Swm Pond No. 2 is owned by Prince Georges County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Summerfield Swm Pond No. 2?

Summerfield Swm Pond No. 2 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 Summerfield Swm Pond No. 2 last inspected?

Summerfield Swm Pond No. 2 was last inspected on February 16, 2022. 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.