Scotch Road Detention Dam 1.2
Key Takeaway
Scotch Road Detention Dam 1.2 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 | 12 ft (taller than 31.2% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 50 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,582 cfs |
| NID ID | NJ00947 |
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 Mercer
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Scotch Road Detention Dam 1.2?
Scotch Road Detention Dam 1.2 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 Scotch Road Detention Dam 1.2?
Scotch Road Detention Dam 1.2 is owned by County of Mercer (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Scotch Road Detention Dam 1.2?
Scotch Road Detention Dam 1.2 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 Scotch Road Detention Dam 1.2?
Scotch Road Detention Dam 1.2 has a dam height of 12 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 Scotch Road Detention Dam 1.2 last inspected?
Scotch Road Detention Dam 1.2 was last inspected on November 18, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.