Rambaut Dam

Goffel Brook· Bergen, New Jersey· Built 1908· Concrete· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Rambaut Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 25.9% in NJ)
Dam Length90 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1908 (118 years old)
NID IDNJ00234

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 2, 2007
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Beekmere Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rambaut Dam?

Rambaut 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 Rambaut Dam?

Rambaut Dam is owned by Beekmere Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rambaut Dam built?

Rambaut Dam was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Rambaut Dam?

Rambaut 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 Rambaut Dam?

Rambaut 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 Rambaut Dam last inspected?

Rambaut Dam was last inspected on July 2, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.