Mcginnis Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcginnis Pond 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 | 16 ft (taller than 73.2% in DE) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 376 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 228 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,846 cfs |
| NID ID | DE00026 |
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 Mcginnis Pond Dam?
Mcginnis 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 Mcginnis Pond Dam?
Mcginnis Pond 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 Mcginnis Pond Dam?
Mcginnis 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 Mcginnis Pond Dam?
Mcginnis Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Mcginnis Pond Dam last inspected?
Mcginnis Pond Dam was last inspected on June 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.