Clearwater Detention Dam

New Jersey — Union County — Salt Brook

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyUnion
RiverSalt Brook
Coordinates40.70622, -74.38838

Physical Characteristics

NID Height22 ft
Dam Height22 ft
Dam Length1,275 ft
NID Storage84 acre-ft
Max Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMarch 21, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1994
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerBorough of New Providence

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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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