Bloodgoods Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bloodgoods Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 46.2% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 312 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 39 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 13,550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00370 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
County of Union
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bloodgoods Pond Dam?
Bloodgoods Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bloodgoods Pond Dam?
Bloodgoods Pond Dam is owned by County of Union (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bloodgoods Pond Dam built?
Bloodgoods Pond Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Bloodgoods Pond Dam?
Bloodgoods Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bloodgoods Pond Dam?
Bloodgoods 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 Bloodgoods Pond Dam last inspected?
Bloodgoods Pond Dam was last inspected on December 1, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.