Stickle Pond Dam

Stone House Brook· Morris, New Jersey· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Stickle Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 63.3% in NJ)
Dam Length30 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage1.1K acre-ft
Surface Area1,700 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNJ00285

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 19, 2000
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

John A. Talbot Jr.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stickle Pond Dam?

Stickle Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Stickle Pond Dam?

Stickle Pond Dam is owned by John A. Talbot Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Stickle Pond Dam?

Stickle 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 Stickle Pond Dam?

Stickle Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Stickle Pond Dam last inspected?

Stickle Pond Dam was last inspected on October 19, 2000. 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.