Saffin Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Saffin Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 83.4% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 166 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00339 |
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
County of Morris Park Commission
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Saffin Pond Dam?
Saffin 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 Saffin Pond Dam?
Saffin Pond Dam is owned by County of Morris Park Commission (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Saffin Pond Dam built?
Saffin Pond Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Saffin Pond Dam?
Saffin Pond 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 Saffin Pond Dam?
Saffin Pond Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Saffin Pond Dam last inspected?
Saffin Pond Dam was last inspected on September 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.