Nishisakawick Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Nishisakawick Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 82.2% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 603 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 326 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00129 |
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
The Salvation Army
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nishisakawick Creek Dam?
Nishisakawick Creek 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 Nishisakawick Creek Dam?
Nishisakawick Creek Dam is owned by The Salvation Army (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nishisakawick Creek Dam built?
Nishisakawick Creek Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Nishisakawick Creek Dam?
Nishisakawick Creek 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 Nishisakawick Creek Dam?
Nishisakawick Creek Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Nishisakawick Creek Dam last inspected?
Nishisakawick Creek Dam was last inspected on July 19, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.