Openaka Lake Dam

New Jersey — Morris County — Den Brook

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyMorris
RiverDen Brook
Coordinates40.85658, -74.52690

Physical Characteristics

NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length250 ft
NID Storage72 acre-ft
Max Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 25, 2023
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1750
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerAlexander Price

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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.

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