Campus Hills Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Campus Hills Pond, located in Thomas Run, Maryland, is a privately owned water resource that serves as a recreational hotspot for fishing and wildlife observation.


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Summary

The pond, completed in 1969, stands at a height of 23 feet with a length of 520 feet, offering a surface area of 8.2 acres and a storage capacity of 78 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the pond provides a safe and enjoyable environment for visitors to engage in outdoor activities.

Managed by the Maryland Dam Safety regulatory agency, Campus Hills Pond undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and operational safety. The dam, primarily designed for recreational purposes, features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 64 feet, capable of handling a maximum discharge of 155 cubic feet per second. Despite being modified in 1995 for structural enhancements, the pond remains a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking a serene and picturesque setting within Harford County, Maryland.

With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, Campus Hills Pond continues to be a well-maintained and monitored water resource, offering a peaceful retreat for visitors to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of Tobacco Run. As a vital part of the local ecosystem, the pond serves as a valuable habitat for wildlife and a recreational sanctuary for outdoor enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in the natural splendor of Maryland's landscapes.

Years Modified

1995 - Structural

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

520

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

Tobacco Run

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8.2

Drainage Area

0.4

Nid Storage

78

Outlet Gates

Valve - 0

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

23
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.