Garrisons Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateDelaware
CountyKent
Nearest CityLEIPSIC
River/StreamLEIPSIC RIVER
Coordinates39.24401, -75.58843

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height11 ft
Dam Height11 ft
Dam Length830 ft
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,164 acre-ft
Max Storage1,164 acre-ft
Normal Storage839 acre-ft
Surface Area86 acres
Drainage Area18 sq mi
Max Discharge2,740 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFish and Wildlife Pond
OwnerDELDOT;DNREC DFW
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection05/22/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDDE00030
Federal IDDE00030
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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