Leddell'S Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Leddell'S Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 31.2% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 335 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| NID ID | NJ00578 |
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
County of Morris Park Commission
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Leddell'S Pond Dam?
Leddell'S Pond 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 Leddell'S Pond Dam?
Leddell'S Pond Dam is owned by County of Morris Park Commission (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Leddell'S Pond Dam?
Leddell'S Pond 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 Leddell'S Pond Dam?
Leddell'S Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Leddell'S Pond Dam last inspected?
Leddell'S Pond Dam was last inspected on November 10, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.