Mullica Hill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mullica Hill Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 70% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1922 (104 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00639 |
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
NJDOT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mullica Hill Pond Dam?
Mullica Hill 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 Mullica Hill Pond Dam?
Mullica Hill Pond Dam is owned by NJDOT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mullica Hill Pond Dam built?
Mullica Hill Pond Dam was completed in 1922, making it 104 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 Mullica Hill Pond Dam?
Mullica Hill 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 Mullica Hill Pond Dam?
Mullica Hill Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Mullica Hill Pond Dam last inspected?
Mullica Hill Pond Dam was last inspected on April 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.