Wyndemere Swm Pond
Key Takeaway
Wyndemere Swm Pond is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 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 | 13 ft (taller than 14.1% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,443 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1995 |
| NID ID | MD00323 |
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
JJM, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wyndemere Swm Pond?
Wyndemere 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 Wyndemere Swm Pond?
Wyndemere Swm Pond is owned by JJM, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wyndemere Swm Pond built?
Wyndemere Swm Pond was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Wyndemere Swm Pond?
Wyndemere 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 Wyndemere Swm Pond?
Wyndemere Swm Pond has a dam height of 13 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 Wyndemere Swm Pond last inspected?
Wyndemere Swm Pond was last inspected on May 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.