Patcong Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Patcong Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 46.2% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 209 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00585 |
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
Lakeside Estates
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Patcong Lake Dam?
Patcong Lake 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 Patcong Lake Dam?
Patcong Lake Dam is owned by Lakeside Estates (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Patcong Lake Dam built?
Patcong Lake Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Patcong Lake Dam?
Patcong Lake 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 Patcong Lake Dam?
Patcong Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Patcong Lake Dam last inspected?
Patcong Lake Dam was last inspected on March 12, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.