Lake Wasigan Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Wasigan 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 | 760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 76 cfs |
| NID ID | NJ00183 |
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
KLINE P H J P T L / SASSONE C K
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Wasigan Dam?
Lake Wasigan 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 Wasigan Dam?
Lake Wasigan Dam is owned by KLINE P H J P T L / SASSONE C K (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Wasigan Dam?
Lake Wasigan 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 Wasigan Dam?
Lake Wasigan 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.
When was Lake Wasigan Dam last inspected?
Lake Wasigan Dam was last inspected on December 16, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.