Bear Pond Dam D

Lubbers Run· Sussex, New Jersey· Built 1905· Rockfill· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

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 Length290 ft
Dam TypeRockfill
Max Storage19 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge148 cfs
Year Completed1905 (121 years old)
NID IDNJ00919

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 26, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Hudson Guild Farm

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.