Bunker Hill Dam
Key Takeaway
Bunker Hill Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 59.4% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 885 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00093 |
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
County of Ocean
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bunker Hill Dam?
Bunker Hill 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 Bunker Hill Dam?
Bunker Hill Dam is owned by County of Ocean (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bunker Hill Dam built?
Bunker Hill Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Bunker Hill Dam?
Bunker Hill 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 Bunker Hill Dam?
Bunker Hill Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Bunker Hill Dam last inspected?
Bunker Hill Dam was last inspected on October 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.