Sunset Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyCumberland
River/StreamCohansey River
Coordinates39.44675, -75.23532

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length6,200 ft
Year Completed1927 (99 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage310 acre-ft
Normal Storage310 acre-ft
Surface Area94 acres
Drainage Area45 sq mi
Max Discharge5,400 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCounty of Cumberland
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection09/06/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00063
Federal IDNJ00063
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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