Riva Trace Community Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Riva Trace Community Pond, located in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, is a private water resource used primarily for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

The pond, completed in 1985, stands at a height of 15 feet with a length of 450 feet and a storage capacity of 26 acre-feet. Situated on the South River-TR, the pond covers a surface area of 5 acres and has a drainage area of 0.1 square miles.

Managed by the Maryland Dam Safety agency, Riva Trace Community Pond has a significant hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in satisfactory condition as of June 2018. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 6 feet and is inspected every 3 years for maintenance and safety purposes. While the risk assessment categorizes the pond as moderate, with a rating of 3, no specific risk management measures have been outlined.

Overall, Riva Trace Community Pond serves as a vital water source for irrigation in the Cape St John area, providing essential support for agricultural activities. With its earth dam structure and buttress core type, the pond stands as a testament to effective water resource management and highlights the importance of regular inspection and maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of such critical infrastructure.

Years Modified

2000 - Structural

Year Completed

1985

Dam Length

450

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

South River-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Drainage Area

0.1

Nid Storage

26

Outlet Gates

Valve - 0

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

15
       
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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.