Cartanza/Ez Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Cartanza/Ez Farms Dam is classified as high hazard in Delaware. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 7 ft (taller than 1.2% in DE) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 352 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 179 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,079 cfs |
| NID ID | DE00100 |
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
CARTANZA/EZ FARMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cartanza/Ez Farms Dam?
Cartanza/Ez Farms 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 Cartanza/Ez Farms Dam?
Cartanza/Ez Farms Dam is owned by CARTANZA/EZ FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Cartanza/Ez Farms Dam?
Cartanza/Ez Farms Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cartanza/Ez Farms Dam?
Cartanza/Ez Farms Dam has a dam height of 7 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.