Harrison Mountain Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Harrison Mountain Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 51.4% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00537 |
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
L&Z Realty Co.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harrison Mountain Lake Dam?
Harrison Mountain Lake 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 Harrison Mountain Lake Dam?
Harrison Mountain Lake Dam is owned by L&Z Realty Co. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harrison Mountain Lake Dam built?
Harrison Mountain Lake Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Harrison Mountain Lake Dam?
Harrison Mountain 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 Harrison Mountain Lake Dam?
Harrison Mountain Lake 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.
When was Harrison Mountain Lake Dam last inspected?
Harrison Mountain Lake Dam was last inspected on November 2, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.