Shoals Branch Dam
Delaware, Sussex County, SHOALS BRANCH
Location
| State | Delaware |
| County | Sussex |
| River | SHOALS BRANCH |
| Coordinates | 38.57824, -75.34449 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 11 ft |
| Dam Height | 11 ft |
| Dam Length | 215 ft |
| NID Storage | 268 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 268 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 18, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | - |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | DELDOT |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.