Quick Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Quick Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 51.4% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | NJ00463 |
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
YMCA & YWCA of Newark
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Quick Pond Dam?
Quick Pond 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 Quick Pond Dam?
Quick Pond Dam is owned by YMCA & YWCA of Newark (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Quick Pond Dam?
Quick 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 Quick Pond Dam?
Quick Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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.