Swiggetts Pond Dam, also known as Cedar Creek Millpond Dam, is a gravity-type structure located in Sussex, Delaware.
Wind
Humidity
This state-regulated dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a normal storage capacity of 791.21 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 920 acre-feet. The dam stands at a height of 11.57 feet and has a length of 848 feet, impounding the waters of Cedar Creek.
The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, with a width of 37 feet, and it has a high hazard potential with a fair condition assessment as of May 2020. The last inspection date was in May 2020, with a frequency of one inspection per year. While the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, there are currently no emergency action plans in place. The dam was last modified in 1986 for hydraulic purposes, and it is not owned or funded by any federal agency.
Overall, Swiggetts Pond Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and recreation in the area. Its presence on Cedar Creek serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams to ensure public safety and environmental protection in the face of changing climate conditions.
Years Modified |
1986 - Hydraulic |
Dam Length |
848 |
Dam Height |
11.57 |
River Or Stream |
CEDAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
39.75 |
Drainage Area |
11.29 |
Nid Storage |
920 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |