Barbours Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Barbours Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1888 and is 138 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 72.4% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 142 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 202 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,206 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1888 (138 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00241 |
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 Barbours Pond Dam?
Barbours Pond 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 Barbours Pond Dam?
Barbours Pond Dam is owned by County of Passaic (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barbours Pond Dam built?
Barbours Pond Dam was completed in 1888, making it 138 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Barbours Pond Dam?
Barbours Pond 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 Barbours Pond Dam?
Barbours Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Barbours Pond Dam last inspected?
Barbours Pond Dam was last inspected on July 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.