Waiting Springs Swm Pond

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMaryland
CountyHoward
Nearest CityColumbia
River/StreamLittle Patuxent River-TR
Coordinates39.20255, -76.82613

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length285 ft
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage8 acre-ft
Max Storage8 acre-ft
Normal Storage1 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge461 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerHoward County
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection06/30/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMD00578
Federal IDMD00578
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams

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