Chester Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Chester Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 88.4% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,088 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00949 |
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
The Pond @ Chester Homeowners Assoc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chester Pond Dam?
Chester Pond 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 Chester Pond Dam?
Chester Pond Dam is owned by The Pond @ Chester Homeowners Assoc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chester Pond Dam built?
Chester Pond Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Chester Pond Dam?
Chester Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chester Pond Dam?
Chester Pond 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 Chester Pond Dam last inspected?
Chester Pond Dam was last inspected on December 1, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.