Country Lake #1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Country Lake #1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 39.5% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 780 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 64 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00050 |
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
Township of Pemberton
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Country Lake #1 Dam?
Country Lake #1 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 Country Lake #1 Dam?
Country Lake #1 Dam is owned by Township of Pemberton (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Country Lake #1 Dam built?
Country Lake #1 Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Country Lake #1 Dam?
Country Lake #1 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 Country Lake #1 Dam?
Country Lake #1 Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Country Lake #1 Dam last inspected?
Country Lake #1 Dam was last inspected on April 8, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.