Carnegie Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Carnegie Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 88.4% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 724 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 5.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 245 acres |
| Drainage Area | 159 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 14,420 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00150 |
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
Princeton University
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carnegie Lake Dam?
Carnegie Lake 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 Carnegie Lake Dam?
Carnegie Lake Dam is owned by Princeton University (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carnegie Lake Dam built?
Carnegie Lake Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Carnegie Lake Dam?
Carnegie Lake 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 Carnegie Lake Dam?
Carnegie Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Carnegie Lake Dam last inspected?
Carnegie Lake Dam was last inspected on November 11, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.