Double Trouble North Dam
Key Takeaway
Double Trouble North Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 17.8% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 333 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 47 sq mi |
| NID ID | NJ00056 |
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
Division of Parks and Forestry
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Double Trouble North Dam?
Double Trouble North 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 Double Trouble North Dam?
Double Trouble North Dam is owned by Division of Parks and Forestry (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Double Trouble North Dam?
Double Trouble North 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 Double Trouble North Dam?
Double Trouble North Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Double Trouble North Dam last inspected?
Double Trouble North Dam was last inspected on July 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.