Gordons Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Gordons Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Delaware. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1.2% in DE) |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 416 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 176 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 26 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | DE00021 |
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
DNREC DPR
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Gordons Pond Dam?
Gordons 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 Gordons Pond Dam?
Gordons Pond Dam is owned by DNREC DPR (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gordons Pond Dam built?
Gordons Pond Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Gordons Pond Dam?
Gordons 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 Gordons Pond Dam?
Gordons Pond 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.