Camp Haluwasa Upper Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Haluwasa Upper Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1.9% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00685 |
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
Camp Haluwasa
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Haluwasa Upper Dam?
Camp Haluwasa Upper 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 Camp Haluwasa Upper Dam?
Camp Haluwasa Upper Dam is owned by Camp Haluwasa (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Haluwasa Upper Dam built?
Camp Haluwasa Upper Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Camp Haluwasa Upper Dam?
Camp Haluwasa Upper 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 Camp Haluwasa Upper Dam?
Camp Haluwasa Upper Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Camp Haluwasa Upper Dam last inspected?
Camp Haluwasa Upper Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.