Voshell Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Voshell Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Delaware. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 14 ft (taller than 50% in DE) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 406 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | DE00035 |
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
MARGARET LINGO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Voshell Pond Dam?
Voshell 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 Voshell Pond Dam?
Voshell Pond Dam is owned by MARGARET LINGO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Voshell Pond Dam built?
Voshell Pond Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Voshell Pond Dam?
Voshell Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Voshell Pond Dam?
Voshell Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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.