Crystal Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Crystal Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 59.4% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | NJ00169 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Mountain Lakes Borough
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Crystal Lake Dam?
Crystal Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Crystal Lake Dam?
Crystal Lake Dam is owned by Mountain Lakes Borough (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Crystal Lake Dam?
Crystal 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 Crystal Lake Dam?
Crystal Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Crystal Lake Dam last inspected?
Crystal Lake Dam was last inspected on December 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.