Laidlaws Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Laidlaws Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 72.4% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 83 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00984 |
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
Laidlaw's Pond Association, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Laidlaws Pond Dam?
Laidlaws 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 Laidlaws Pond Dam?
Laidlaws Pond Dam is owned by Laidlaw's Pond Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laidlaws Pond Dam built?
Laidlaws Pond Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Laidlaws Pond Dam?
Laidlaws 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 Laidlaws Pond Dam?
Laidlaws 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.
When was Laidlaws Pond Dam last inspected?
Laidlaws Pond Dam was last inspected on December 26, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.