Bear Pond Dam D
Key Takeaway
Bear Pond Dam D is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1905 and is 121 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 92.3% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 148 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1905 (121 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00919 |
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
Hudson Guild Farm
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bear Pond Dam D?
Bear Pond Dam D 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 Bear Pond Dam D?
Bear Pond Dam D is owned by Hudson Guild Farm (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bear Pond Dam D built?
Bear Pond Dam D was completed in 1905, making it 121 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 Bear Pond Dam D?
Bear Pond Dam D 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 Bear Pond Dam D?
Bear Pond Dam D has a dam height of 33 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 Bear Pond Dam D last inspected?
Bear Pond Dam D was last inspected on October 26, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.