Riverton Country Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Riverton Country Club 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 | 6 ft (taller than 0.6% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| NID ID | NJ01042 |
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
Riverton Country Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Riverton Country Club Dam?
Riverton Country Club 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 Riverton Country Club Dam?
Riverton Country Club Dam is owned by Riverton Country Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Riverton Country Club Dam?
Riverton Country Club 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 Riverton Country Club Dam?
Riverton Country Club Dam has a dam height of 6 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 Riverton Country Club Dam last inspected?
Riverton Country Club Dam was last inspected on May 12, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.