Derby Pond Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateDelaware
CountyKent
Nearest CityVOSHELL MILL
River/StreamTIDBURY CREEK
Coordinates39.08562, -75.55884

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length690 ft
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage266 acre-ft
Max Storage266 acre-ft
Normal Storage93 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge1,437 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 IDDE00036
Federal IDDE00036
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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