Lake Anne Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Anne Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 17.8% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 110 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00658 |
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
John B. Dusault
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Anne Dam?
Lake Anne 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 Lake Anne Dam?
Lake Anne Dam is owned by John B. Dusault (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Anne Dam built?
Lake Anne Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Lake Anne Dam?
Lake Anne 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 Lake Anne Dam?
Lake Anne Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Lake Anne Dam last inspected?
Lake Anne Dam was last inspected on October 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.