Maryland Farms Detention #2 is a private earth dam located in Franklin, Tennessee, along the Tributary of Little Harpeth River.
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Built in 1983, the dam stands at a hydraulic height of 6.1 feet and a structural height of 18.9 feet, with a length of 635 feet. It has a normal storage capacity of 11 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 81 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 0.54 square miles.
The dam is under the regulatory authority of the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, which ensures that the structure is permitted, inspected, and enforced in compliance with state regulations. Despite being designated as having a high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in May 2020 reported it as satisfactory. In case of emergencies, however, there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared for the dam, raising some concerns regarding its risk management measures and preparedness.
With its critical role in flood control and water resource management, Maryland Farms Detention #2 serves as a vital infrastructure in the region. Its location in Williamson County highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring the dam to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the stability of the water supply in the area. Climate enthusiasts and water resource experts alike can appreciate the significance of this structure and the need for ongoing vigilance in its oversight and maintenance.
Year Completed |
1983 |
Dam Length |
635 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBLITTLE HARPETH RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
6.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.54 |
Nid Storage |
81 |
Structural Height |
18.9 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
19 |
Mill Creek Near Nolensville
|
1210cfs |
Browns Creek At State Fairgrounds At Nashville
|
6cfs |
Harpeth River Below Franklin
|
122cfs |
Harpeth River At Bellevue
|
293cfs |
Mill Creek At Thompson Lane
|
52cfs |
Mill Creek Near Antioch
|
78cfs |