Sadies Dam
Key Takeaway
Sadies 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 | 14 ft (taller than 46.2% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00554 |
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
South Jersey Agricultural Products
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sadies Dam?
Sadies 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 Sadies Dam?
Sadies Dam is owned by South Jersey Agricultural Products (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sadies Dam built?
Sadies 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 Sadies Dam?
Sadies 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 Sadies Dam?
Sadies Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Sadies Dam last inspected?
Sadies Dam was last inspected on April 2, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.