Green Pond Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Green Pond Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 51.4% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Normal Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 460 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 21 cfs |
| NID ID | NJ00335 |
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
Department of the Army
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Green Pond Reservoir Dam?
Green Pond Reservoir 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 Green Pond Reservoir Dam?
Green Pond Reservoir Dam is owned by Department of the Army (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Green Pond Reservoir Dam?
Green Pond Reservoir 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 Green Pond Reservoir Dam?
Green Pond Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 15 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.