Upper Mohawk Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Mohawk Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 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 | 16 ft (taller than 59.4% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 142 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 65 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00292 |
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
Lake Mohawk Country Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Mohawk Lake Dam?
Upper Mohawk 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 Upper Mohawk Lake Dam?
Upper Mohawk Lake Dam is owned by Lake Mohawk Country Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Mohawk Lake Dam built?
Upper Mohawk Lake Dam was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 Upper Mohawk Lake Dam?
Upper Mohawk 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 Upper Mohawk Lake Dam?
Upper Mohawk Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Mohawk Lake Dam last inspected?
Upper Mohawk Lake Dam was last inspected on July 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.