New Market Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
New Market Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1830 and is 196 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1.9% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 810 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1830 (196 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00375 |
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
Township of Piscataway
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of New Market Pond Dam?
New Market 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 New Market Pond Dam?
New Market Pond Dam is owned by Township of Piscataway (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was New Market Pond Dam built?
New Market Pond Dam was completed in 1830, making it 196 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 New Market Pond Dam?
New Market 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 New Market Pond Dam?
New Market Pond 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.
When was New Market Pond Dam last inspected?
New Market Pond Dam was last inspected on March 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.