Kuehnle Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Kuehnle Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 765 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 130 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00081 |
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
Atlantic City M.U.A.
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kuehnle Pond Dam?
Kuehnle Pond 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 Kuehnle Pond Dam?
Kuehnle Pond Dam is owned by Atlantic City M.U.A. (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kuehnle Pond Dam built?
Kuehnle Pond Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Kuehnle Pond Dam?
Kuehnle Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kuehnle Pond Dam?
Kuehnle Pond 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 Kuehnle Pond Dam last inspected?
Kuehnle Pond Dam was last inspected on September 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.