Bucks Mill Dam
Key Takeaway
Bucks Mill Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 39.5% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,050 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00085 |
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
Monmouth County Engineering
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bucks Mill Dam?
Bucks Mill 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 Bucks Mill Dam?
Bucks Mill Dam is owned by Monmouth County Engineering (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bucks Mill Dam built?
Bucks Mill Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Bucks Mill Dam?
Bucks Mill 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 Bucks Mill Dam?
Bucks Mill Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Bucks Mill Dam last inspected?
Bucks Mill Dam was last inspected on December 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.