Lake Como Dam

Kent County, Delaware (near SMYRNA)

River/Stream: MILL CREEK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Gravity
Height
15 ft
Dam Length
181 ft
Reservoir Storage
369 acre-ft
Year Completed
1938
Primary Purpose
Recreation
Owner Type
State
Max Discharge
1,497 cfs

Condition Assessment

FairLast inspected: 2024-05-16

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Fair — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.

Lake Como Dam Safety & Condition Report - Delaware | BridgeStats