New Jersey No Name # 131 Dam

Salem River-TR· Salem, New Jersey· Earth· 9 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

New Jersey No Name # 131 Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 12.9% in NJ)
Dam Length240 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage19 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge451 cfs
NID IDNJ01037

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: April 20, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Edward Stella, JR.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of New Jersey No Name # 131 Dam?

New Jersey No Name # 131 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 New Jersey No Name # 131 Dam?

New Jersey No Name # 131 Dam is owned by Edward Stella, JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is New Jersey No Name # 131 Dam?

New Jersey No Name # 131 Dam has a dam height of 9 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 New Jersey No Name # 131 Dam last inspected?

New Jersey No Name # 131 Dam was last inspected on April 20, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.