Wyoming Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wyoming Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Delaware. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 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 | 13 ft (taller than 37.8% in DE) |
| Dam Length | 725 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 669 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 585 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | DE00034 |
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
CARLTON FIFER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wyoming Lake Dam?
Wyoming Lake 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 Wyoming Lake Dam?
Wyoming Lake Dam is owned by CARLTON FIFER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wyoming Lake Dam built?
Wyoming Lake Dam was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Wyoming Lake Dam?
Wyoming Lake 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 Wyoming Lake Dam?
Wyoming Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Wyoming Lake Dam last inspected?
Wyoming Lake Dam was last inspected on October 17, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.