Herzenberg Dam

Papakating Creek-TR· Sussex, New Jersey· Built 1960· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Herzenberg Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 59.4% in NJ)
Dam Length370 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage180 acre-ft
Normal Storage113 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge371 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDNJ00146

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 4, 2001
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Howard Realty Corp.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Herzenberg Dam?

Herzenberg 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 Herzenberg Dam?

Herzenberg Dam is owned by Howard Realty Corp. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Herzenberg Dam built?

Herzenberg Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Herzenberg Dam?

Herzenberg 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 Herzenberg Dam?

Herzenberg Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Herzenberg Dam last inspected?

Herzenberg Dam was last inspected on December 4, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.