Youngs Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Youngs Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 66.3% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 263 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 172 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,084 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00270 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Mohican Road Farm Associates, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Youngs Pond Dam?
Youngs Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Youngs Pond Dam?
Youngs Pond Dam is owned by Mohican Road Farm Associates, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Youngs Pond Dam built?
Youngs Pond Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Youngs Pond Dam?
Youngs Pond 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 Youngs Pond Dam?
Youngs Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Youngs Pond Dam last inspected?
Youngs Pond Dam was last inspected on November 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.