Rocco Bunlno Dam
Key Takeaway
Rocco Bunlno Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 70% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 137 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00845 |
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
Dun Liang
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rocco Bunlno Dam?
Rocco Bunlno 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 Rocco Bunlno Dam?
Rocco Bunlno Dam is owned by Dun Liang (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rocco Bunlno Dam built?
Rocco Bunlno Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Rocco Bunlno Dam?
Rocco Bunlno 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 Rocco Bunlno Dam?
Rocco Bunlno Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Rocco Bunlno Dam last inspected?
Rocco Bunlno Dam was last inspected on October 8, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.