Morris Lake Dam

New Jersey — Sussex County — Wallkill River-TR

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountySussex
RiverWallkill River-TR
Coordinates41.04313, -74.60707

Physical Characteristics

NID Height19 ft
Dam Height19 ft
Dam Length160 ft
NID Storage2,985 acre-ft
Max Storage2,985 acre-ft
Surface Area157 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionDecember 17, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1895
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeConcrete
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Newton

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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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