Glen Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Glen Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 85% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00976 |
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
Woodbury Heights Borough
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Glen Lake Dam?
Glen 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 Glen Lake Dam?
Glen Lake Dam is owned by Woodbury Heights Borough (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glen Lake Dam built?
Glen Lake Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Glen Lake Dam?
Glen 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 Glen Lake Dam?
Glen Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Glen Lake Dam last inspected?
Glen Lake Dam was last inspected on March 29, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.