Lake Kalmia Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Kalmia Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 346 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00166 |
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
Blair Academy
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Kalmia Dam?
Lake Kalmia 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 Kalmia Dam?
Lake Kalmia Dam is owned by Blair Academy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Kalmia Dam built?
Lake Kalmia Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Kalmia Dam?
Lake Kalmia 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 Kalmia Dam?
Lake Kalmia Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Kalmia Dam last inspected?
Lake Kalmia Dam was last inspected on September 30, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.