Wiggins Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Wiggins Mill Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Delaware. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 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 | 17 ft (taller than 75.6% in DE) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 201 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,917 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | DE00052 |
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
GEORGE SCHREPPLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wiggins Mill Pond Dam?
Wiggins Mill 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 Wiggins Mill Pond Dam?
Wiggins Mill Pond Dam is owned by GEORGE SCHREPPLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wiggins Mill Pond Dam built?
Wiggins Mill Pond Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Wiggins Mill Pond Dam?
Wiggins Mill 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 Wiggins Mill Pond Dam?
Wiggins Mill Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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.