Trap Pond Dam
Delaware — Sussex County — HITCH POND BRANCH
Location
| State | Delaware |
| County | Sussex |
| River | HITCH POND BRANCH |
| Coordinates | 38.52784, -75.48244 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,040 ft |
| NID Storage | 942 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 942 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 94 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 11, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1938 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | DELDOT;DNREC DPR |
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.