Thoms Cove facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Thoms Cove
Thoms Cove Location in Maryland
Location	Hawkins Point, Baltimore
Coordinates	39°12′43″N 76°32′49″W / 39.212°N 76.547°W / 39.212; -76.547
River sources	Patapsco River
Max. width	3,000 feet (910 m)
Average depth	80 feet (24 m)
Salinity	Brackish
Shore length1	6,000 feet (1,800 m)
Frozen	Seasonal
Islands	0
Settlements	Baltimore
1 Shore length is not a well-defined measure.

Thoms Cove is a special part of the Patapsco River in Baltimore, Maryland. It is also known as Thomas Cove. This natural cove is like a small, sheltered bay. It is about 1,500 feet (0.28 mi) wide.

Where is Thoms Cove Located?

Thoms Cove is found in an area called Hawkins Point, Baltimore. It sits on the northeastern side of a land area that sticks out into the water.

Nearby Waterways and Roads

• To the northeast, you'll find the Patapsco River. This river has tides, meaning its water level changes with the ocean.
• To the northwest is Curtis Bay, another part of the larger Patapsco River system.
• The land area of Hawkins Point is to the west.
• To the south, you can see I-695, a major highway.

Thoms Cove in the distance

What is Around Thoms Cove?

The cove is next to some important industrial areas.

Industrial Neighbors

• One side of Thoms Cove is bordered by a facility used by Eastalco Aluminum Company. This facility handles loading and storing materials.
• There is also a special type of landfill nearby. It is called a Superfund landfill. This means it's a place where old waste was buried, and now it is carefully managed to keep the environment safe and clean.

Who Manages Thoms Cove?

Most of Thoms Cove is looked after by the Maryland Port Administration. This group helps manage the ports and waterways in Maryland. They work to keep the area safe and running smoothly.