Scull Farm Pond Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Scull Farm Pond in Gilpin Point, Maryland, is a privately owned recreational reservoir that was completed in 1974.
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Summary
Managed by the Maryland Dam Safety agency, this earth dam stands at 22 feet tall and spans 280 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 124 acre-feet. With a surface area of 11.1 acres and a drainage area of 1 square mile, the pond is fed by Tuckahoe Creek and features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 64 feet.
While the hazard potential is rated as low and the condition assessment is currently not rated, Scull Farm Pond underwent hydraulic modifications in 2001. Regular inspections occur every 5 years, with the most recent inspection in November 2018. The risk assessment for this dam is moderate, with a risk level of 3. Despite these moderate risks, the pond remains a popular destination for outdoor recreation enthusiasts in Caroline County, Maryland, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and wildlife observation.
Years Modified |
2001 - Hydraulic |
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
280 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
Tuckahoe Creek-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11.1 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
124 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Scull Farm Pond