Cubbage Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Cubbage Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Delaware. It was completed in 1880 and is 146 years old. 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 | 11 ft (taller than 20.7% in DE) |
| Dam Length | 575 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 480 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 352 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,362 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1880 (146 years old) |
| NID ID | DE00086 |
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
DELDOT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cubbage Pond Dam?
Cubbage 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 Cubbage Pond Dam?
Cubbage Pond Dam is owned by DELDOT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cubbage Pond Dam built?
Cubbage Pond Dam was completed in 1880, making it 146 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Cubbage Pond Dam?
Cubbage Pond 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 Cubbage Pond Dam?
Cubbage Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Cubbage Pond Dam last inspected?
Cubbage Pond Dam was last inspected on May 19, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.