Blairs Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Blairs Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Delaware. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 62.2% in DE) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 418 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,076 cfs |
| NID ID | DE00070 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DNREC DFW
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Blairs Pond Dam?
Blairs Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Blairs Pond Dam?
Blairs Pond Dam is owned by DNREC DFW (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Blairs Pond Dam?
Blairs Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Blairs Pond Dam?
Blairs Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Blairs Pond Dam last inspected?
Blairs Pond Dam was last inspected on October 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.