Campbells Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Campbells Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1899 and is 127 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 79.5% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1899 (127 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00517 |
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
City of Orange
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Campbells Pond Dam?
Campbells 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 Campbells Pond Dam?
Campbells Pond Dam is owned by City of Orange (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Campbells Pond Dam built?
Campbells Pond Dam was completed in 1899, making it 127 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 Campbells Pond Dam?
Campbells Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Campbells Pond Dam?
Campbells Pond Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Campbells Pond Dam last inspected?
Campbells Pond Dam was last inspected on October 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.