Vernon Valley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Vernon Valley Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12.9% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 40 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| NID ID | NJ00655 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Walnut Hill Country Club, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vernon Valley Lake Dam?
Vernon Valley Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Vernon Valley Lake Dam?
Vernon Valley Lake Dam is owned by Walnut Hill Country Club, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Vernon Valley Lake Dam?
Vernon Valley 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 Vernon Valley Lake Dam?
Vernon Valley 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 Vernon Valley Lake Dam last inspected?
Vernon Valley Lake Dam was last inspected on November 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.