Beaver Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Beaver Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1770 and is 256 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 31.2% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 470 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 110 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1770 (256 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ01005 |
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
Beaver Lake Realty Co.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beaver Lake Dam?
Beaver Lake 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 Lake Dam?
Beaver Lake Dam is owned by Beaver Lake Realty Co. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beaver Lake Dam built?
Beaver Lake Dam was completed in 1770, making it 256 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 Lake Dam?
Beaver Lake 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 Lake Dam?
Beaver Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Lake Dam last inspected?
Beaver Lake Dam was last inspected on May 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.