Clove Lake Dam

Shimers Brook· Sussex, New Jersey· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Clove Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 25.9% in NJ)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage284 acre-ft
Surface Area72 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNJ00259

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 22, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Community Corporation of Highpoint, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clove Lake Dam?

Clove Lake 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 Clove Lake Dam?

Clove Lake Dam is owned by Community Corporation of Highpoint, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Clove Lake Dam?

Clove 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 Clove Lake Dam?

Clove Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Clove Lake Dam last inspected?

Clove Lake Dam was last inspected on October 22, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.