Masseys Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Masseys Mill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Delaware. It was completed in 1933 and is 93 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 29.3% in DE) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 490 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 322 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 325 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1933 (93 years old) |
| NID ID | DE00029 |
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
DELDOT;DNREC DFW
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Masseys Mill Pond Dam?
Masseys Mill 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 Masseys Mill Pond Dam?
Masseys Mill Pond Dam is owned by DELDOT;DNREC DFW (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Masseys Mill Pond Dam built?
Masseys Mill Pond Dam was completed in 1933, making it 93 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 Masseys Mill Pond Dam?
Masseys Mill 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 Masseys Mill Pond Dam?
Masseys Mill Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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.