Glen Wild Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Glen Wild Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1918 and is 108 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 78.3% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 175 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1918 (108 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00222 |
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
Glen Wild Lake Association, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Glen Wild Lake Dam?
Glen Wild Lake 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 Glen Wild Lake Dam?
Glen Wild Lake Dam is owned by Glen Wild Lake Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glen Wild Lake Dam built?
Glen Wild Lake Dam was completed in 1918, making it 108 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 Wild Lake Dam?
Glen Wild 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 Wild Lake Dam?
Glen Wild Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Wild Lake Dam last inspected?
Glen Wild Lake Dam was last inspected on October 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.