Saxton Falls Dam

New Jersey — Morris County — Musconctcong River

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyMorris
RiverMusconctcong River
Coordinates40.88798, -74.79733

Physical Characteristics

NID Height16 ft
Dam Height16 ft
Dam Length235 ft
NID Storage400 acre-ft
Max Storage
Surface Area64 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionSeptember 24, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1927
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerDivision of Parks and Forestry

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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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