Oak Ridge Reservoir Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyPassaic
Nearest CityNewfoundland
River/StreamPequannock River
Coordinates41.04075, -74.50103

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height60 ft
Dam Height60 ft
Dam Length1,275 ft
Year Completed1892 (134 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage15,000 acre-ft
Max Storage15,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage12,000 acre-ft
Surface Area421 acres
Drainage Area27 sq mi
Max Discharge27,225 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of Newark, Department of Water and Sewer Utilities
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection10/30/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00014
Federal IDNJ00014
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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