Round Valley P&F Dike

Prescott· Hunterdon, New Jersey· Earth· 68 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply State Government

Key Takeaway

Round Valley P&F Dike is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 68 ft (taller than 98.3% in NJ)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage193.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage5.0K acre-ft
Surface Area2,300 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
NID IDNJ00896

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 30, 2002
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Division of Parks and Forestry

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Round Valley P&F Dike?

Round Valley P&F Dike is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Round Valley P&F Dike?

Round Valley P&F Dike is owned by Division of Parks and Forestry (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Round Valley P&F Dike?

Round Valley P&F Dike serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Round Valley P&F Dike?

Round Valley P&F Dike has a dam height of 68 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 Round Valley P&F Dike last inspected?

Round Valley P&F Dike was last inspected on November 30, 2002. 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.