Paulina Lake Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyWarren
Nearest CityBlairstown
River/StreamPaulinskill River
Coordinates40.97700, -74.94317

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height13 ft
Dam Height13 ft
Dam Length240 ft
Year Completed1895 (131 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage143 acre-ft
Normal Storage143 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area125 sq mi
Max Discharge4,465 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerTownship of Blairstown
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection08/03/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00170
Federal IDNJ00170
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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