Griffith Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Griffith Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Delaware. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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 | 13 ft (taller than 37.8% in DE) |
| Dam Length | 858 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 409 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,743 cfs |
| Year Modified | 2006 |
| NID ID | DE00043 |
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;DNREC DFW
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Griffith Lake Dam?
Griffith Lake 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 Griffith Lake Dam?
Griffith Lake Dam is owned by DELDOT;DNREC DFW (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Griffith Lake Dam?
Griffith Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Griffith Lake Dam?
Griffith Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Griffith Lake Dam last inspected?
Griffith Lake Dam was last inspected on May 27, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.