Steenykill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Steenykill Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 85% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 39 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00278 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Division of Parks and Forestry
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Steenykill Lake Dam?
Steenykill Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Steenykill Lake Dam?
Steenykill Lake Dam is owned by Division of Parks and Forestry (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Steenykill Lake Dam built?
Steenykill Lake Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Steenykill Lake Dam?
Steenykill Lake 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 Steenykill Lake Dam?
Steenykill Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Steenykill Lake Dam last inspected?
Steenykill Lake Dam was last inspected on October 27, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.