Lake Panorama Dike
Key Takeaway
Lake Panorama Dike is classified as high hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 51.4% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 80 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00999 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lake Panorama Community Assoc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Panorama Dike?
Lake Panorama Dike is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Panorama Dike?
Lake Panorama Dike is owned by Lake Panorama Community Assoc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Panorama Dike built?
Lake Panorama Dike was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Panorama Dike?
Lake Panorama Dike 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 Panorama Dike?
Lake Panorama Dike has a dam height of 15 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 Panorama Dike last inspected?
Lake Panorama Dike was last inspected on February 14, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.