Shallcross Lake Dam, located in Odessa, Delaware, is a gravity dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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The dam, standing at a height of 8 feet and a length of 545 feet, holds a maximum storage capacity of 631 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 47.26 acres. It is situated on Drawyer Creek, within the Baltimore District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Shallcross Lake Dam is currently not regulated or inspected by the state of Delaware. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and lack of outlet gates, the dam has not undergone a condition assessment and is not rated for its current state. However, the dam provides a tranquil recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts, offering opportunities for boating, fishing, and other outdoor activities in the surrounding area.
Although Shallcross Lake Dam may not be subject to state regulations or inspections, its role in providing a recreational space along Drawyer Creek adds value to the community of Odessa and the surrounding New Castle County. As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the area, they can appreciate the beauty of the dam and its contribution to the local environment, despite the minimal state oversight in place.
Dam Length |
545 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
DRAWYER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
47.26 |
Drainage Area |
6.29 |
Nid Storage |
631 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
8 |