Elgin Farm Pond, located in Kent, Maryland, is a private earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Built in 1965, this dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a length of 230 feet, providing a storage capacity of 85 acre-feet. The pond covers a surface area of 20 acres and has a drainage area of 0.8 square miles, with a spillway width of 72 feet for uncontrolled discharge.
Managed by the Maryland Dam Safety regulatory agency, Elgin Farm Pond is deemed to have low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment. While the condition of the dam is not currently rated, it undergoes inspections every 5 years, with the last assessment conducted in April 2021. Despite its recreational importance, the dam's emergency action plan status, risk management measures, and overall risk characterization remain unspecified.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Elgin Farm Pond an intriguing case study due to its unique design features, including its buttress core type and uncontrolled spillway system. With the potential for future modifications or enhancements to its regulatory framework, this dam exemplifies the intersection of human-made structures and environmental considerations in the management of water resources within the Chester Estates community.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
230 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
Morgan Creek-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Drainage Area |
0.8 |
Nid Storage |
85 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |