Hidden Valley Lake Dam

Pachuck Creek-TR· Sussex, New Jersey· Earth· 10 ft tall
High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Hidden Valley Lake 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 Height 10 ft (taller than 17.8% in NJ)
Dam Length75 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDNJ00991

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: November 4, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

National Winter Activity Center

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hidden Valley Lake Dam?

Hidden Valley Lake 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 Hidden Valley Lake Dam?

Hidden Valley Lake Dam is owned by National Winter Activity Center (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Hidden Valley Lake Dam?

Hidden Valley Lake 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 Hidden Valley Lake Dam last inspected?

Hidden Valley Lake Dam was last inspected on November 4, 2021. 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.