Killen Pond Dam, located in Frederica, Delaware, is a state-owned gravity dam built in 1969 for recreational purposes along the Murderkill River.
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With a height of 15.59 feet and a length of 800 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 1005 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 645.42 acre-feet. The dam's spillway, with a width of 70 feet, is controlled to manage water discharge effectively.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is rated as very high. It is not currently regulated or inspected by the state, and its condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated." The dam has four other controlled outlet gates, and while an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is not reported, the risk management measures and inundation maps prepared for the dam remain unclear. With its picturesque location and vital role in providing recreational opportunities, Killen Pond Dam stands as a significant structure in Delaware's water resource management landscape.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
15.59 |
River Or Stream |
MURDERKILL RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
78.51 |
Drainage Area |
18.24 |
Nid Storage |
1005 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 4 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |