Ravine Lake Dam

New Jersey, Somerset County, North Branch Raritan River

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountySomerset
RiverNorth Branch Raritan River
Coordinates40.70830, -74.63663

Physical Characteristics

NID Height45 ft
Dam Height45 ft
Dam Length315 ft
NID Storage320 acre-ft
Max Storage-
Surface Area38 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMarch 26, 2025
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1899
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeRockfill
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerSomerset Lake & Game Club

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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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