South Barry Lake Dike

Wawayanda Creek-TR· Sussex, New Jersey· Earth· 6 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

South Barry Lake Dike is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 6 ft (taller than 0.6% in NJ)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDNJ01000

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: June 10, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Lake Community Property Owners Assoc.

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of South Barry Lake Dike?

South Barry Lake Dike 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 South Barry Lake Dike?

South Barry Lake Dike is owned by Lake Community Property Owners Assoc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of South Barry Lake Dike?

South Barry Lake Dike 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 South Barry Lake Dike?

South Barry Lake Dike has a dam height of 6 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 South Barry Lake Dike last inspected?

South Barry Lake Dike was last inspected on June 10, 2021. 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.