Rock Lodge Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Rock Lodge Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1907 and is 119 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 51.4% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 59 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1907 (119 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00993 |
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
Rock Properties, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rock Lodge Pond Dam?
Rock Lodge Pond 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 Rock Lodge Pond Dam?
Rock Lodge Pond Dam is owned by Rock Properties, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rock Lodge Pond Dam built?
Rock Lodge Pond Dam was completed in 1907, making it 119 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Rock Lodge Pond Dam?
Rock Lodge 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.
When was Rock Lodge Pond Dam last inspected?
Rock Lodge Pond Dam was last inspected on October 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.