Fountain House Dam
Key Takeaway
Fountain House Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 31.2% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 30 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 828 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00279 |
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
Fountain House
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fountain House Dam?
Fountain House 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 Fountain House Dam?
Fountain House Dam is owned by Fountain House (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fountain House Dam built?
Fountain House Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Fountain House Dam?
Fountain House 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 Fountain House Dam?
Fountain House Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Fountain House Dam last inspected?
Fountain House Dam was last inspected on March 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.