Bear Swamp Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bear Swamp Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 46.2% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 326 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 61 cfs |
| NID ID | NJ00496 |
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
Division of Parks and Forestry
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bear Swamp Pond Dam?
Bear Swamp Pond 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 Bear Swamp Pond Dam?
Bear Swamp Pond Dam is owned by Division of Parks and Forestry (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Bear Swamp Pond Dam?
Bear Swamp 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 Bear Swamp Pond Dam?
Bear Swamp Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Swamp Pond Dam last inspected?
Bear Swamp Pond Dam was last inspected on April 27, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.