Allen Pond (Nottinghill Drive) is a charming recreational spot located in Mitchellville, Maryland, with its primary purpose being for recreation.
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This earth dam, built in 1972 by Levitt & Sons-Geo. Shea, stands at a height of 16 feet and stretches 250 feet in length. The pond has a storage capacity of 119 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 35 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 9.5 acres and serving a drainage area of 0.2 square miles.
Managed by the local government, Allen Pond is regulated by the Maryland Dam Safety agency, ensuring that it meets all necessary safety and inspection requirements. The dam has a low hazard potential rating and a moderate risk assessment level, making it a relatively safe and well-maintained structure. The spillway, with a width of 22 feet, is uncontrolled in nature. The pond's beauty and recreational opportunities make it a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy the outdoors in Prince George's County.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
Collington Branch-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.2 |
Nid Storage |
119 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camp Loop A
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Camp Loop B
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Camp Loop C
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Greenbelt Park
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Camp Loop D
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