Becks Pond Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateDelaware
CountyNew Castle
Nearest CityHEATHER WOODS
River/StreamBELLTOWN RUN
Coordinates39.62511, -75.70317

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height21 ft
Dam Height21 ft
Dam Length348 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage500 acre-ft
Max Storage500 acre-ft
Normal Storage140 acre-ft
Surface Area32 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge3,700 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFish and Wildlife Pond
OwnerDELDOT;DNREC DFW
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection05/16/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDDE00047
Federal IDDE00047
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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