Lake Barylick Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Barylick Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 85% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 380 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00668 |
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
Eric Altman
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Barylick Dam?
Lake Barylick 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 Barylick Dam?
Lake Barylick Dam is owned by Eric Altman (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Barylick Dam built?
Lake Barylick Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Barylick Dam?
Lake Barylick 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 Barylick Dam?
Lake Barylick Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Barylick Dam last inspected?
Lake Barylick Dam was last inspected on November 27, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.