Hands Mill Dam
Key Takeaway
Hands Mill Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 17.8% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 460 cfs |
| NID ID | NJ00695 |
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
County of Cumberland
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hands Mill Dam?
Hands Mill 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 Hands Mill Dam?
Hands Mill Dam is owned by County of Cumberland (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Hands Mill Dam?
Hands Mill 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 Hands Mill Dam?
Hands Mill Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Hands Mill Dam last inspected?
Hands Mill Dam was last inspected on December 7, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.