Kofferls Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Kofferls Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 72.4% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | NJ00675 |
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
Felice and Melissa Curro
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kofferls Pond Dam?
Kofferls Pond 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 Kofferls Pond Dam?
Kofferls Pond Dam is owned by Felice and Melissa Curro (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Kofferls Pond Dam?
Kofferls Pond 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 Kofferls Pond Dam?
Kofferls Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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.