Lake Windsor Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Windsor Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 91.8% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 602 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,911 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00034 |
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
Len Tamboer
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Windsor Dam?
Lake Windsor 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 Windsor Dam?
Lake Windsor Dam is owned by Len Tamboer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Windsor Dam built?
Lake Windsor Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Windsor Dam?
Lake Windsor 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 Windsor Dam?
Lake Windsor Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Windsor Dam last inspected?
Lake Windsor Dam was last inspected on July 8, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.