Records Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Records Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Delaware. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. 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 | 25 ft (taller than 95.1% in DE) |
| Dam Length | 740 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 612 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 237 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 92 acres |
| Drainage Area | 75 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,535 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | DE00057 |
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
DNREC DFW
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Records Pond Dam?
Records 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 Records Pond Dam?
Records Pond Dam is owned by DNREC DFW (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Records Pond Dam built?
Records Pond Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Records Pond Dam?
Records 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 Records Pond Dam?
Records Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Records Pond Dam last inspected?
Records Pond Dam was last inspected on November 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.