Shellman Farm Dam, located in Kent County, Maryland, is a privately owned Earth dam that was completed in 1979.
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This dam plays a crucial role in water resource management, with a storage capacity of 63.8 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 8.8 acre-feet. The dam spans 350 feet in length and has a height of 10 feet, serving the purpose of flood control on the Chester River-TR.
Despite being classified as having low hazard potential, Shellman Farm Dam is regularly inspected by the Maryland Dam Safety regulatory agency to ensure its structural integrity. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway that is 50 feet wide, capable of handling a maximum discharge of 2448 cubic feet per second. The condition assessment of the dam was rated as fair in 2017, with a moderate risk level assigned based on the latest data.
Overall, Shellman Farm Dam is a vital piece of infrastructure for water management in the area, with its design credited to NRCS and Ann Baldwin. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the proper maintenance and monitoring of dams like Shellman Farm are essential to ensure the safety and sustainability of our water supply.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
Chester River-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.5 |
Drainage Area |
2.52 |
Nid Storage |
63.8 |
Outlet Gates |
Flap - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |