Bosco School Dam

Unnamed Stream· Bergen, New Jersey· Earth· 8 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Bosco School Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NJ)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage3 acre-ft
Normal Storage2 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge19 cfs
NID IDNJ01038

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: April 9, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Don Bosco Prep. High School

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bosco School Dam?

Bosco School 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 Bosco School Dam?

Bosco School Dam is owned by Don Bosco Prep. High School (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Bosco School Dam?

Bosco School Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Bosco School Dam?

Bosco School Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Bosco School Dam last inspected?

Bosco School Dam was last inspected on April 9, 2021. 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.