Emilio Perona Dam
Key Takeaway
Emilio Perona Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 82.2% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 66 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 270 cfs |
| NID ID | NJ00603 |
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
Mark & Virginia Avondaglio
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Emilio Perona Dam?
Emilio Perona 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 Emilio Perona Dam?
Emilio Perona Dam is owned by Mark & Virginia Avondaglio (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Emilio Perona Dam?
Emilio Perona 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 Emilio Perona Dam?
Emilio Perona Dam has a dam height of 23 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.