Town Mall Swm Pond
Key Takeaway
Town Mall Swm Pond is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 10.3% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 296 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00507 |
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
Cranberry Mall Properties LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Town Mall Swm Pond?
Town Mall Swm Pond 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 Town Mall Swm Pond?
Town Mall Swm Pond is owned by Cranberry Mall Properties LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Town Mall Swm Pond built?
Town Mall Swm Pond was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Town Mall Swm Pond?
Town Mall Swm Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Town Mall Swm Pond?
Town Mall Swm Pond has a dam height of 12 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 Town Mall Swm Pond last inspected?
Town Mall Swm Pond was last inspected on December 18, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.