Indian Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Indian Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1921 and is 105 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 70% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 670 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 88 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,204 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1921 (105 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00167 |
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
Indian Lake Community Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Indian Lake Dam?
Indian 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 Indian Lake Dam?
Indian Lake Dam is owned by Indian Lake Community Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Indian Lake Dam built?
Indian Lake Dam was completed in 1921, making it 105 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 Indian Lake Dam?
Indian 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 Indian Lake Dam?
Indian Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Indian Lake Dam last inspected?
Indian Lake Dam was last inspected on June 11, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.