Lake Stockholm Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Stockholm Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 59.4% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 303 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00302 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lake Stockholm Club Assoc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Stockholm Dam?
Lake Stockholm Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Stockholm Dam?
Lake Stockholm Dam is owned by Lake Stockholm Club Assoc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Stockholm Dam built?
Lake Stockholm Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Stockholm Dam?
Lake Stockholm 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 Stockholm Dam?
Lake Stockholm Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Stockholm Dam last inspected?
Lake Stockholm Dam was last inspected on December 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.