Hoopes Reservoir

In New Castle County, Delaware, there is a reservoir called Hoopes Reservoir. This lake is one of the best lakes to visit in Delaware.

By means of a dam constructed by the city of Wilmington, Delaware, for municipal drinking water, the reservoir originally dammed the water of Old Mill Stream and Red Clay Creek in 1932. Its water surface area is 187 acres, and its maximum and average carrying capacities are 6300 and 11,000 acre-feet, respectively. Since 1971, the reservoir and its environs have been accessible to the general public. It is Delaware's biggest reservoir.

Hoopes Reservoir is a tranquil lake that's perfect if you want some peace and quiet because it is entirely surrounded by greenery. The biggest reservoir in the state is the 76-hectare one. At the northeastern tip of the lake, The Valley Garden Park offers a variety of open spaces, walking paths, and lovely gardens. Edgar M. Hoopes, the chief engineer of the Wilmington Water Department, is honored with the lake's name. This individual is also honored with a dam bearing his name that created the reservoir.

Location: New Castle County, Delaware, United States