Cohen Pond in Frederick, Maryland, is a privately owned water resource managed by the Maryland Dam Safety agency.
Built in 1952, this earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, with irrigation as a secondary function. The dam stands at 33 feet high and spans 400 feet in length, holding a maximum storage capacity of 52 acre-feet with a normal storage level of 38 acre-feet. The pond covers a surface area of 4.6 acres and drains a small watershed of 0.1 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 83 cubic feet per second.
Despite its significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment, Cohen Pond continues to attract visitors for recreational activities such as fishing and boating. The dam underwent modifications in 2002 to enhance its hydraulic, structural, and other aspects. Regular inspections are conducted every three years, with the most recent assessment carried out in January 2019. While the risk assessment for the dam is rated as moderate, ongoing risk management measures aim to ensure the safety and integrity of Cohen Pond for both visitors and the surrounding environment.
Wind
Humidity
Years Modified |
2002 - Hydraulic, 2002 - Other, 2002 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
Ballenger Creek-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
52 |
Outlet Gates |
Needle - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
Catoctin Creek Near Middletown
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194cfs |
Monocacy River At Monocacy Blvd At Frederick
|
5490cfs |
Monocacy River At Jug Bridge Near Frederick
|
6310cfs |
Bennett Creek At Park Mills
|
142cfs |
Potomac River At Point Of Rocks
|
17100cfs |
Catoctin Creek At Taylorstown
|
250cfs |
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Bald Eagle Campsite
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Bald Eagle Island
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Dahlgren Backpack Camping Area
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Brunswick City Campground
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Calico Rocks Campsite
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