Upper Lummis Pond Dam

Cedar Creek· Cumberland, New Jersey· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NJ)
Dam Length475 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage97 acre-ft
Normal Storage85 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
NID IDNJ00693

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: May 14, 2002
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Margaret C. Mathes

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Upper Lummis Pond Dam?

Upper Lummis 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 Upper Lummis Pond Dam?

Upper Lummis Pond Dam is owned by Margaret C. Mathes (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Upper Lummis Pond Dam?

Upper Lummis 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 Upper Lummis Pond Dam?

Upper Lummis Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Upper Lummis Pond Dam last inspected?

Upper Lummis Pond Dam was last inspected on May 14, 2002. 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.