Wildcat Ridge Wma Dam

Branch Beaver Brook· Morris, New Jersey· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Wildcat Ridge Wma Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 17.8% in NJ)
Dam Length180 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage45 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDNJ00287

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 29, 2007
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Division of Fish & Wildlife

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wildcat Ridge Wma Dam?

Wildcat Ridge Wma 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 Wildcat Ridge Wma Dam?

Wildcat Ridge Wma Dam is owned by Division of Fish & Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wildcat Ridge Wma Dam?

Wildcat Ridge Wma 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 Wildcat Ridge Wma Dam?

Wildcat Ridge Wma Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Wildcat Ridge Wma Dam last inspected?

Wildcat Ridge Wma Dam was last inspected on March 29, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.