Moss Mill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Moss Mill Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1.9% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 575 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 70 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00716 |
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
Cassino Camplands Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Moss Mill Lake Dam?
Moss Mill Lake 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 Moss Mill Lake Dam?
Moss Mill Lake Dam is owned by Cassino Camplands Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moss Mill Lake Dam built?
Moss Mill Lake Dam was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Moss Mill Lake Dam?
Moss Mill Lake 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 Moss Mill Lake Dam?
Moss Mill Lake Dam has a dam height of 7 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.