Plainsboro Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Plainsboro Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 25.9% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 378 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 19 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,549 cfs |
| NID ID | NJ00604 |
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 Plainsboro
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Plainsboro Pond Dam?
Plainsboro 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 Plainsboro Pond Dam?
Plainsboro Pond Dam is owned by Township of Plainsboro (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Plainsboro Pond Dam?
Plainsboro 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 Plainsboro Pond Dam?
Plainsboro Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Plainsboro Pond Dam last inspected?
Plainsboro Pond Dam was last inspected on March 26, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.