Carpenter Farm Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Carpenter Farm Pond, also known as Springfield Farms Dam, is a private recreational water resource located in Kent County, Maryland.


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Summary

Built in 1968, this Earth dam stands at a height of 9 feet and stretches 730 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 145 acre-feet. With a surface area of 22 acres and a drainage area of 1.7 square miles, the pond is fed by Swan Creek and serves as a relaxing spot for fishing, boating, and other recreational activities.

Managed by the Maryland Dam Safety regulatory agency, Carpenter Farm Pond has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 130 feet, allows for a maximum discharge of 500 cubic feet per second. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, regular inspections have been conducted, with the last assessment taking place in October 2020. The pond is a picturesque destination in Windmill, Maryland, offering a peaceful escape into nature for water resource and climate enthusiasts.

Overall, Carpenter Farm Pond is a well-maintained private water resource that provides a serene recreational environment for visitors to enjoy. With its scenic location and ample storage capacity, this Earth dam is a vital part of the local ecosystem, offering opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation in the heart of Kent County. As a regulated structure that undergoes regular inspections, the pond ensures the safety of its surroundings while preserving its natural beauty for years to come.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

730

Dam Height

9

River Or Stream

Swan Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

22

Drainage Area

1.7

Nid Storage

145

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

9
       
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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.