Gordon Lakes Dam

Post Brook-TR· Passaic, New Jersey· Earth· 12 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Gordon Lakes Dam is classified as high hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	12 ft (taller than 31.2% in NJ)
Dam Length	450 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Normal Storage	46 acre-ft

Surface Area	15 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
NID ID	NJ00207

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: August 6, 2022

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Gordon Lakes POA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gordon Lakes Dam?

Gordon Lakes Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Gordon Lakes Dam?

Gordon Lakes Dam is owned by Gordon Lakes POA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Gordon Lakes Dam?

Gordon Lakes 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 Gordon Lakes Dam?

Gordon Lakes 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 Gordon Lakes Dam last inspected?

Gordon Lakes Dam was last inspected on August 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.