Upper West Highland Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper West Highland Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 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 | 13 ft (taller than 39.5% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00511 |
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
Highland Lakes Country Club and Community Assoc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper West Highland Lake Dam?
Upper West Highland 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 West Highland Lake Dam?
Upper West Highland Lake Dam is owned by Highland Lakes Country Club and Community Assoc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper West Highland Lake Dam built?
Upper West Highland Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 West Highland Lake Dam?
Upper West Highland 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 West Highland Lake Dam?
Upper West Highland Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 West Highland Lake Dam last inspected?
Upper West Highland Lake Dam was last inspected on November 4, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.