Is this something to be concerned about

[VoltRabbit]

My maple has this "split" in the bark and I'm wondering if this is something to be worried about. I'm a novice in this particular subject and would greatly appreciate your input. Please let me know if you have any questions.



Thank you in advance!

 

[billyboy]

You have some obvious dry rot at the bottom and the tree could be rotted/hollowed out on the inside which may go up as much as 3-5 feet. What is the potential outcome of a split or break caused by wind, snow storm? It might stand for 20-30 more years. Might want to have a professional evaluate it.