Wildwood Lake Dam

Wallkill River-TR· Sussex, New Jersey· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Wildwood 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 Length385 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage210 acre-ft
Surface Area35 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNJ00473

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: May 7, 1979
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Morford Conservation Corporation

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wildwood Lake Dam?

Wildwood 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 Wildwood Lake Dam?

Wildwood Lake Dam is owned by Morford Conservation Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wildwood Lake Dam?

Wildwood 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 Wildwood Lake Dam?

Wildwood 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 Wildwood Lake Dam last inspected?

Wildwood Lake Dam was last inspected on May 7, 1979. 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.