Village Dock Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Village Dock Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1.9% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 1,325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 15 sq mi |
| NID ID | NJ00681 |
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
Amazing Grace Community Church
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Village Dock Lake Dam?
Village Dock 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 Village Dock Lake Dam?
Village Dock Lake Dam is owned by Amazing Grace Community Church (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Village Dock Lake Dam?
Village Dock 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 Village Dock Lake Dam?
Village Dock Lake Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Village Dock Lake Dam last inspected?
Village Dock Lake Dam was last inspected on June 27, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.