Apshawa Auxiliary Dam
Key Takeaway
Apshawa Auxiliary Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 59.4% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 132 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Normal Storage | 850 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 85 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 155 cfs |
| NID ID | NJ00557 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
County of Passaic
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Apshawa Auxiliary Dam?
Apshawa Auxiliary Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Apshawa Auxiliary Dam?
Apshawa Auxiliary Dam is owned by County of Passaic (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Apshawa Auxiliary Dam?
Apshawa Auxiliary Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Apshawa Auxiliary Dam?
Apshawa Auxiliary Dam has a dam height of 16 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Apshawa Auxiliary Dam last inspected?
Apshawa Auxiliary Dam was last inspected on August 20, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.