Lake Morski Oko Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Morski Oko Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 31.2% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 385 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00665 |
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
Preston Lake Estates Homeownerd Assn.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Morski Oko Dam?
Lake Morski Oko 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 Morski Oko Dam?
Lake Morski Oko Dam is owned by Preston Lake Estates Homeownerd Assn. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Morski Oko Dam built?
Lake Morski Oko Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Morski Oko Dam?
Lake Morski Oko 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 Morski Oko Dam?
Lake Morski Oko Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Morski Oko Dam last inspected?
Lake Morski Oko Dam was last inspected on December 6, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.