Grande View Farms Community Pond, also known as Lake Mitten or Rockridge Farm Pond, is a privately owned water resource located in Harford County, Maryland.
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Originally designed by USDA SCS's John Cotton and modified by Wilson-Deegan, this Earth-type dam was completed in 1969 for flood risk reduction purposes. With a height of 22 feet and a length of 465 feet, the pond has a storage capacity of 76 acre-feet and covers an area of 8.8 acres.
Managed by the Maryland Dam Safety agency, Grande View Farms Community Pond serves not only as a flood risk reduction structure but also as a recreational area for the local community in Mill Green. The dam is classified as having a significant hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition, as per the most recent inspection in September 2021. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and needle outlet gates. The pond's drainage area is 0.71 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 204 cubic feet per second.
Overall, Grande View Farms Community Pond stands as an important water resource in the region, providing both practical flood risk reduction benefits and recreational opportunities for residents. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water management, the maintenance and upkeep of this dam remain crucial in ensuring the safety and well-being of the surrounding community. With its picturesque setting and vital role in water resource management, Grande View Farms Community Pond is a valuable asset worth preserving for future generations of water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
465 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
Broad Creek-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.8 |
Drainage Area |
0.71 |
Nid Storage |
76 |
Outlet Gates |
Needle - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
Deer Creek At Rocks
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54cfs |
Muddy Creek At Castle Fin
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74cfs |
Susquehanna River At Conowingo
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5060cfs |
Deer Creek Near Darlington
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96cfs |
Bynum Run At Bel Air
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3cfs |
Winters Run Near Benson
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19cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Crazy Horse
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Custer
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Cochise
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King's Mountain
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Gilbert's Neglect
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Canoe Outpost
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