Jutland Dam

South Branch Raritan River· Hunterdon, New Jersey· Built 1930· Earth· 24 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Jutland Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 83.4% in NJ)
Dam Length445 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage118 acre-ft
Normal Storage97 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge1,375 cfs
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)
NID IDNJ00131

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 25, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Lakeside Estates Homeowners Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jutland Dam?

Jutland Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Jutland Dam?

Jutland Dam is owned by Lakeside Estates Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jutland Dam built?

Jutland Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Jutland Dam?

Jutland 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 Jutland Dam?

Jutland Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Jutland Dam last inspected?

Jutland Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2019. 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.