Heaters Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Heaters Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. 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 | 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 324 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 97 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00795 |
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
Ogdensburg Borough
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Heaters Pond Dam?
Heaters Pond 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 Heaters Pond Dam?
Heaters Pond Dam is owned by Ogdensburg Borough (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Heaters Pond Dam built?
Heaters Pond Dam was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Heaters Pond Dam?
Heaters Pond 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 Heaters Pond Dam?
Heaters Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Heaters Pond Dam last inspected?
Heaters Pond Dam was last inspected on June 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.