Delancy Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Delancy Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 31.3% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00513 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DELACY FARM SOD
Private
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Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Delancy Pond Dam?
Delancy Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Delancy Pond Dam?
Delancy Pond Dam is owned by DELACY FARM SOD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Delancy Pond Dam built?
Delancy Pond Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Delancy Pond Dam?
Delancy Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Delancy Pond Dam?
Delancy 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 Delancy Pond Dam last inspected?
Delancy Pond Dam was last inspected on May 17, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.