Merrill Creek Northwest Dike 2
Key Takeaway
Merrill Creek Northwest Dike 2 is classified as high hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 72.4% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 46.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 690 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | NJ00884 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Merrill Creek Owners Group
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Merrill Creek Northwest Dike 2?
Merrill Creek Northwest Dike 2 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Merrill Creek Northwest Dike 2?
Merrill Creek Northwest Dike 2 is owned by Merrill Creek Owners Group (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Merrill Creek Northwest Dike 2?
Merrill Creek Northwest Dike 2 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Merrill Creek Northwest Dike 2?
Merrill Creek Northwest Dike 2 has a dam height of 20 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 Merrill Creek Northwest Dike 2 last inspected?
Merrill Creek Northwest Dike 2 was last inspected on June 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.