Balesville Dam
Key Takeaway
Balesville Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12.9% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 195 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 65 sq mi |
| NID ID | NJ00582 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Edward T. Mahan
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Balesville Dam?
Balesville Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Balesville Dam?
Balesville Dam is owned by Edward T. Mahan (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Balesville Dam?
Balesville 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 Balesville Dam?
Balesville Dam has a dam height of 9 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.