Prince Frederick Wwtp Pond 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Prince Frederick Wwtp Pond 2 is a vital water resource facility in Prince Frederick, Maryland, with a primary purpose classified as "Other." Owned by the local government, this offstream pond on Parker Creek was completed in 2002 and stands at a structural height of 25 feet with a dam height of 65 feet.


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Summary

The dam type is categorized as Earth with a core made of Stone and a foundation of Soil. The pond has a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 2.5 acres, serving as a crucial water storage and management system in the region.

Managed by the Maryland Dam Safety regulatory agency, Prince Frederick Wwtp Pond 2 has a low hazard potential but is rated as having a high risk level. The last inspection in December 2019 revealed that the condition was not rated, with the condition assessment date set in April 2021. With a designated inspection frequency of 5 years, the pond features a needle outlet gate and lacks a spillway, lock structures, or maximum discharge capacity. Despite the risk assessment, the facility plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Calvert County, Maryland.

Overall, Prince Frederick Wwtp Pond 2 is a key component of the water infrastructure in Calvert County, providing essential storage and management capabilities for Parker Creek. Despite its high risk assessment, the pond's low hazard potential and regular inspections ensure its continued operation and safety. As a primary source of water resource management in the region, this facility stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water infrastructure in addressing climate challenges and ensuring community resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

2002

Dam Length

1700

Dam Height

65

River Or Stream

Offstream-Parker Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.5

Hydraulic Height

20

Drainage Area

0.1

Nid Storage

100

Structural Height

25

Outlet Gates

Needle - 0

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

65
       
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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.