Fleetwood Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Fleetwood Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Delaware. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 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 | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 206 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 21 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 403 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | DE00024 |
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 Fleetwood Pond Dam?
Fleetwood 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 Fleetwood Pond Dam?
Fleetwood Pond Dam is owned by DELDOT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fleetwood Pond Dam built?
Fleetwood Pond Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Fleetwood Pond Dam?
Fleetwood 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 Fleetwood Pond Dam?
Fleetwood 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 Fleetwood Pond Dam last inspected?
Fleetwood Pond Dam was last inspected on May 4, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.