Hackensack Res. # 2 (Weehawken) Dam
Key Takeaway
Hackensack Res. # 2 (Weehawken) Dam is classified as high hazard in New Jersey. 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 Length | 2,850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | NJ01011 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Township of Weehawken
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hackensack Res. # 2 (Weehawken) Dam?
Hackensack Res. # 2 (Weehawken) 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 Hackensack Res. # 2 (Weehawken) Dam?
Hackensack Res. # 2 (Weehawken) Dam is owned by Township of Weehawken (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hackensack Res. # 2 (Weehawken) Dam last inspected?
Hackensack Res. # 2 (Weehawken) Dam was last inspected on June 30, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.