Regional Detention Basin Dam E
Key Takeaway
Regional Detention Basin Dam E is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 63.3% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,466 cfs |
| NID ID | NJ00933 |
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
County of Somerset
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Regional Detention Basin Dam E?
Regional Detention Basin Dam E 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 Regional Detention Basin Dam E?
Regional Detention Basin Dam E is owned by County of Somerset (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Regional Detention Basin Dam E?
Regional Detention Basin Dam E serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Regional Detention Basin Dam E?
Regional Detention Basin Dam E has a dam height of 17 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 Regional Detention Basin Dam E last inspected?
Regional Detention Basin Dam E was last inspected on September 17, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.