Ellsworth (Detention Pond) Dam
Key Takeaway
Ellsworth (Detention Pond) Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12.9% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,400 cfs |
| NID ID | NJ00944 |
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
Hills Village North Master Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ellsworth (Detention Pond) Dam?
Ellsworth (Detention Pond) 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 Ellsworth (Detention Pond) Dam?
Ellsworth (Detention Pond) Dam is owned by Hills Village North Master Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Ellsworth (Detention Pond) Dam?
Ellsworth (Detention 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 Ellsworth (Detention Pond) Dam?
Ellsworth (Detention Pond) Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Ellsworth (Detention Pond) Dam last inspected?
Ellsworth (Detention Pond) Dam was last inspected on July 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.