Lake Owassa Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Owassa Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 17.8% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 250 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| NID ID | NJ00462 |
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
Mabel A. Miller
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Owassa Dam?
Lake Owassa 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 Owassa Dam?
Lake Owassa Dam is owned by Mabel A. Miller (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Owassa Dam?
Lake Owassa 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 Owassa Dam?
Lake Owassa 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.