Skellinger Lake Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountySussex
River/StreamSpring Cabin Brook
Coordinates41.22958, -74.75057

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height16 ft
Dam Height16 ft
Dam Length340 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage37 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,200 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeOther
OwnerDivision of Parks and Forestry
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection10/23/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00020
Federal IDNJ00020
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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