Town of Selbyville Wastewater Lagoon
Key Takeaway
Town of Selbyville Wastewater Lagoon is classified as high hazard in Delaware. Its primary use is other. 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 | 12 ft (taller than 29.3% in DE) |
| Dam Length | 1,325 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| NID ID | DE00108 |
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
TOWN OF SELBYVILLE
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Town of Selbyville Wastewater Lagoon?
Town of Selbyville Wastewater Lagoon 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 Town of Selbyville Wastewater Lagoon?
Town of Selbyville Wastewater Lagoon is owned by TOWN OF SELBYVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Town of Selbyville Wastewater Lagoon?
Town of Selbyville Wastewater Lagoon serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Town of Selbyville Wastewater Lagoon?
Town of Selbyville Wastewater Lagoon 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.