Rockaway Townsquare Mall Dam

Burnt Meadow Brook-TR· Morris, New Jersey· Earth· 17 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Rockaway Townsquare Mall Dam 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 Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage92 acre-ft
Normal Storage26 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge452 cfs
NID IDNJ00964

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 21, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Simon Property Group

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rockaway Townsquare Mall Dam?

Rockaway Townsquare Mall 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 Rockaway Townsquare Mall Dam?

Rockaway Townsquare Mall Dam is owned by Simon Property Group (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Rockaway Townsquare Mall Dam?

Rockaway Townsquare Mall Dam 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 Rockaway Townsquare Mall Dam?

Rockaway Townsquare Mall Dam 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 Rockaway Townsquare Mall Dam last inspected?

Rockaway Townsquare Mall Dam was last inspected on August 21, 2020. 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.