Lake Vreeland Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Vreeland Dam is classified as high hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1917 and is 109 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 | 20 ft (taller than 72.4% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1917 (109 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00229 |
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
County of Bergen Department of Parks
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Vreeland Dam?
Lake Vreeland Dam 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 Vreeland Dam?
Lake Vreeland Dam is owned by County of Bergen Department of Parks (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Vreeland Dam built?
Lake Vreeland Dam was completed in 1917, making it 109 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 Vreeland Dam?
Lake Vreeland 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 Vreeland Dam?
Lake Vreeland Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Vreeland Dam last inspected?
Lake Vreeland Dam was last inspected on August 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.