Peddie Lake Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyMercer
Nearest CityPrinceton
River/StreamRocky Brook
Coordinates40.27022, -74.52235

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height15 ft
Dam Height15 ft
Dam Length72 ft
Year Completed1923 (103 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage154 acre-ft
Max Storage154 acre-ft
Normal Storage63 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area14 sq mi
Max Discharge860 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerBorough of Hightstown
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection09/18/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00149
Federal IDNJ00149
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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