Wildwood Dike

Troy Brook· Morris, New Jersey· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Wildwood Dike is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NJ)
Dam Length170 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage180 acre-ft
Normal Storage120 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNJ00811

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: November 3, 2008
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Mountain Lakes Borough

Local Government

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Sunset Lake Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wildwood Dike?

Wildwood Dike 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 Wildwood Dike?

Wildwood Dike is owned by Mountain Lakes Borough (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wildwood Dike?

Wildwood Dike serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Wildwood Dike?

Wildwood Dike has a dam height of 8 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 Wildwood Dike last inspected?

Wildwood Dike was last inspected on November 3, 2008. 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.