Glauberman Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Glauberman Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1933 and is 93 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 39.5% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 980 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 783 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1933 (93 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00290 |
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 Fish & Wildlife
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Glauberman Lake Dam?
Glauberman Lake 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 Glauberman Lake Dam?
Glauberman Lake Dam is owned by Division of Fish & Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glauberman Lake Dam built?
Glauberman Lake Dam was completed in 1933, making it 93 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 Glauberman Lake Dam?
Glauberman 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 Glauberman Lake Dam?
Glauberman Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Glauberman Lake Dam last inspected?
Glauberman Lake Dam was last inspected on October 15, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.