Maskells Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Maskells Mill Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 39.5% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 652 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00064 |
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
Division of Fish & Wildlife
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Maskells Mill Pond Dam?
Maskells Mill 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 Maskells Mill Pond Dam?
Maskells Mill Pond Dam is owned by Division of Fish & Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Maskells Mill Pond Dam built?
Maskells Mill Pond Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Maskells Mill Pond Dam?
Maskells Mill 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 Maskells Mill Pond Dam?
Maskells Mill Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Maskells Mill Pond Dam last inspected?
Maskells Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on September 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.