Stiers Pond Dam

Pophandusing Brook-TR· Warren, New Jersey· Earth· 34 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Stiers Pond Dam 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 34 ft (taller than 92.6% in NJ)
Dam Length1,050 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage42 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNJ00815

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: August 17, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Thomas Stiers

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stiers Pond Dam?

Stiers 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 Stiers Pond Dam?

Stiers Pond Dam is owned by Thomas Stiers (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Stiers Pond Dam?

Stiers 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 Stiers Pond Dam?

Stiers Pond Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Stiers Pond Dam last inspected?

Stiers Pond Dam was last inspected on August 17, 2022. 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.