Mount Paul Dam
Key Takeaway
Mount Paul Dam is classified as high hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1918 and is 108 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 26 ft (taller than 87% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,560 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1918 (108 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00823 |
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
Division of Parks and Forestry
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mount Paul Dam?
Mount Paul Dam 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 Mount Paul Dam?
Mount Paul Dam is owned by Division of Parks and Forestry (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mount Paul Dam built?
Mount Paul Dam was completed in 1918, making it 108 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 Mount Paul Dam?
Mount Paul 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 Mount Paul Dam?
Mount Paul Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Mount Paul Dam last inspected?
Mount Paul Dam was last inspected on July 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.