Bargaintown Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bargaintown Mill Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1718 and is 308 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 17.8% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 46 acres |
| Drainage Area | 19 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,386 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1718 (308 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00960 |
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 Atlantic
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bargaintown Mill Pond Dam?
Bargaintown Mill 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 Bargaintown Mill Pond Dam?
Bargaintown Mill Pond Dam is owned by County of Atlantic (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bargaintown Mill Pond Dam built?
Bargaintown Mill Pond Dam was completed in 1718, making it 308 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 Bargaintown Mill Pond Dam?
Bargaintown Mill 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 Bargaintown Mill Pond Dam?
Bargaintown Mill Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Bargaintown Mill Pond Dam last inspected?
Bargaintown Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on July 13, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.