Colesville Reservoir Dam
New Jersey — Sussex County — Papakating Creek
Location
| State | New Jersey |
| County | Sussex |
| River | Papakating Creek |
| Coordinates | 41.27702, -74.65458 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| NID Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | — |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 28, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Borough of Sussex |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.