Leonard Pond dam
Leonard Pond
Leonard Pond, also known as Leonards Mill Park, is a stunning water resource located in Salisbury, Maryland. Owned by the local government, this recreational pond is regulated by the Maryland Dam Safety agency and is used for fish and wildlife conservation as well as leisure activities. With a dam height of 11 feet and a length of 555 feet, Leonard Pond was completed in 1914 and has a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet.
This picturesque pond covers a surface area of 45.9 acres and has a drainage area of 13.8 acres, making it a vital part of the local ecosystem. The spillway, controlled and 17 feet wide, ensures the safe discharge of water during periods of high flow. While the hazard potential is rated as low, the risk assessment for Leonard Pond is marked as very high, indicating the need for careful monitoring and management strategies to protect this valuable resource for both recreation and conservation purposes.
Despite its historical significance and recreational value, Leonard Pond has not been rated for its condition assessment, highlighting the need for ongoing maintenance and inspection. With its tranquil waters and abundant wildlife, Leonard Pond serves as a vital habitat for various species and a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. As climate change continues to impact water resources, it is crucial to prioritize the preservation and sustainable management of places like Leonard Pond to ensure their continued health and longevity for future generations to enjoy.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Leonard Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Beaverdam Creek Near Salisbury | 17 cfs | → |
| Pocomoke River Near Willards | 10 cfs | → |
| Nassawango Creek Near Snow Hill | 3 cfs | → |
| Manokin Branch Near Princess Anne | 0 cfs | → |
| Chicamacomico River Near Salem | 5 cfs | → |
| Millsboro Pond Outlet At Millsboro | 36 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Leonard Pond.
Boat launches
- Leonards Mill Pond Drive 2899, Wicomico County
- Dogwood Lane Sussex County
- Park Lane Laurel
- Shady Acres Lane 31202, Sussex County
- Chipmans Pond Road Sussex County
- Race Street Vienna
Campgrounds
- Camp Sandy Pines
- Trap Pond State Park
- Soroptimist Park
- Milburn Landing - Pocomoke State Park
- Shad Landing - Pocomoke State Park
- Bayside - Assateague National Seashore
Fishing spots
Track Leonard Pond in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Leonard Pond
Where does the data for Leonard Pond come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Leonard Pond.