Kinnelon (Maple) Dam
Key Takeaway
Kinnelon (Maple) Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1928 and is 98 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 46.2% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 338 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1928 (98 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00590 |
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
Borough of Kinnelon
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kinnelon (Maple) Dam?
Kinnelon (Maple) 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 Kinnelon (Maple) Dam?
Kinnelon (Maple) Dam is owned by Borough of Kinnelon (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kinnelon (Maple) Dam built?
Kinnelon (Maple) Dam was completed in 1928, making it 98 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 Kinnelon (Maple) Dam?
Kinnelon (Maple) 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 Kinnelon (Maple) Dam?
Kinnelon (Maple) 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 Kinnelon (Maple) Dam last inspected?
Kinnelon (Maple) Dam was last inspected on March 14, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.