Jumping Brook Dam
Key Takeaway
Jumping Brook Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1907 and is 119 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 17.8% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1907 (119 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00084 |
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
New Jersey-American Water Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jumping Brook Dam?
Jumping Brook 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 Jumping Brook Dam?
Jumping Brook Dam is owned by New Jersey-American Water Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jumping Brook Dam built?
Jumping Brook Dam was completed in 1907, making it 119 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 Jumping Brook Dam?
Jumping Brook Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jumping Brook Dam?
Jumping Brook 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 Jumping Brook Dam last inspected?
Jumping Brook Dam was last inspected on April 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.