Orange Reservoir Dam
New Jersey — Essex County — West Branch of Rahway River
Location
| State | New Jersey |
| County | Essex |
| River | West Branch of Rahway River |
| Coordinates | 40.75885, -74.28610 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 34 ft |
| Dam Height | 34 ft |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| NID Storage | 245 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | — |
| Surface Area | 65 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 21, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1958 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Orange |
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.