Kettle Run Dam
Key Takeaway
Kettle Run Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1885 and is 141 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 46.2% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 348 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 638 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 512 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 624 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1885 (141 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00957 |
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
Girl Scouts of Central & Southern NJ, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kettle Run Dam?
Kettle Run 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 Kettle Run Dam?
Kettle Run Dam is owned by Girl Scouts of Central & Southern NJ, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kettle Run Dam built?
Kettle Run Dam was completed in 1885, making it 141 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 Kettle Run Dam?
Kettle Run 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 Kettle Run Dam?
Kettle Run Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Kettle Run Dam last inspected?
Kettle Run Dam was last inspected on December 15, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.