Burton Pond Dam
Delaware — Sussex County — CHAPEL BRANCH
Location
| State | Delaware |
| County | Sussex |
| River | CHAPEL BRANCH |
| Coordinates | 38.67172, -75.18594 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 10 ft |
| Dam Height | 10 ft |
| Dam Length | 677 ft |
| NID Storage | 363 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 363 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 54 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 9, 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.