Kenilworth Blvd. Dam
Key Takeaway
Kenilworth Blvd. Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 2 ft |
| Dam Length | 30 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 55 cfs |
| NID ID | NJ01047 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
County of Union
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kenilworth Blvd. Dam?
Kenilworth Blvd. 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 Kenilworth Blvd. Dam?
Kenilworth Blvd. Dam is owned by County of Union (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Kenilworth Blvd. Dam?
Kenilworth Blvd. 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 Kenilworth Blvd. Dam?
Kenilworth Blvd. Dam has a dam height of 2 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 Kenilworth Blvd. Dam last inspected?
Kenilworth Blvd. Dam was last inspected on January 3, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.