Beaver Dam
Key Takeaway
Beaver Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 25.9% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 430 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00077 |
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
Laurel Lakes Property Owners Assoc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beaver Dam?
Beaver 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 Beaver Dam?
Beaver Dam is owned by Laurel Lakes Property Owners Assoc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beaver Dam built?
Beaver Dam was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 Beaver Dam?
Beaver 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 Beaver Dam?
Beaver Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Beaver Dam last inspected?
Beaver Dam was last inspected on October 30, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.