Lake Riconda Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Riconda Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 46.2% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 68 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00567 |
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
Lake Riconda Home Owners Assoc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Riconda Dam?
Lake Riconda 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 Riconda Dam?
Lake Riconda Dam is owned by Lake Riconda Home Owners Assoc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Riconda Dam built?
Lake Riconda Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Riconda Dam?
Lake Riconda 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 Riconda Dam?
Lake Riconda Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Riconda Dam last inspected?
Lake Riconda Dam was last inspected on June 14, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.