Upper Waterloo Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Waterloo Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12.9% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 496 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 62 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 292 cfs |
| NID ID | NJ00276 |
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
Division of Parks and Forestry
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frenches Pond Dam
Sussex, NJ
High Hazard 13 ftJefferson Lake Dike
Sussex, NJ
Low Hazard 14 ftReservoir Lake Dam
Sussex, NJ
High Hazard 12 ftJefferson Lake Dam
Sussex, NJ
Low Hazard 15 ftCranberry Lake Dam
Sussex, NJ
High Hazard 18 ftDeer Park Pond Dam
Warren, NJ
Significant Hazard 19 ftLake Tranquility Dam
Sussex, NJ
High Hazard 14 ftLake Musconetcong Dam
Morris, NJ
High Hazard 14 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Upper Waterloo Lake Dam?
Upper Waterloo 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 Upper Waterloo Lake Dam?
Upper Waterloo Lake Dam is owned by Division of Parks and Forestry (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Upper Waterloo Lake Dam?
Upper Waterloo 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 Waterloo Lake Dam?
Upper Waterloo Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Waterloo Lake Dam last inspected?
Upper Waterloo Lake Dam was last inspected on January 20, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.