Mashipacong Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mashipacong Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 31.2% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | NJ00494 |
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
The Nature Conservancy
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mashipacong Pond Dam?
Mashipacong Pond 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 Mashipacong Pond Dam?
Mashipacong Pond Dam is owned by The Nature Conservancy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Mashipacong Pond Dam?
Mashipacong 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 Mashipacong Pond Dam?
Mashipacong 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.