Tomahawk Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tomahawk Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 46.2% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 335 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| NID ID | NJ00010 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Tomahawk Lake, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tomahawk Lake Dam?
Tomahawk Lake 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 Tomahawk Lake Dam?
Tomahawk Lake Dam is owned by Tomahawk Lake, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Tomahawk Lake Dam?
Tomahawk 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 Tomahawk Lake Dam?
Tomahawk Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Tomahawk Lake Dam last inspected?
Tomahawk Lake Dam was last inspected on September 11, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.