Kemp Farm Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Kemp Farm Pond, located in Garrett County, Maryland, is a privately owned earth dam structure designed by USDA NRCS for various purposes including recreation, fire protection, stock, small fish pond, fish and wildlife habitat, irrigation, and more.


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Completed in 1971, this 28-foot high dam has a storage capacity of 33 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 2.5 acres with a drainage area of 0.4 square miles. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 24 feet, and it has a low hazard potential with a satisfactory condition assessment.

The primary purpose of Kemp Farm Pond is for recreation, offering a tranquil environment for visitors to enjoy activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam is regulated by the Maryland Dam Safety agency and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. The emergency action plan status and inundation maps for the dam are currently not available, but the overall risk management measures are in place to mitigate any potential hazards.

Situated near Caney Valley School and the Youghiogheny River Lake, Kemp Farm Pond serves as a valuable water resource for the local community and contributes to the conservation efforts in the region. With its scenic surroundings and multiple uses, this earth dam structure stands as a testament to the importance of proper water management and environmental stewardship in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1971

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

Youghiogheny River Lake-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.5

Drainage Area

0.4

Nid Storage

33

Outlet Gates

Needle - 0

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

28
       
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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.