Hudson Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hudson Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Delaware. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 6.1% in DE) |
| Dam Length | 415 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 169 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 151 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 97 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | DE00023 |
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 DFW
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hudson Pond Dam?
Hudson 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 Hudson Pond Dam?
Hudson Pond Dam is owned by DNREC DFW (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hudson Pond Dam built?
Hudson Pond Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Hudson Pond Dam?
Hudson Pond 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 Hudson Pond Dam?
Hudson Pond Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Hudson Pond Dam last inspected?
Hudson Pond Dam was last inspected on October 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.