Old Morris Canal Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyMorris
Nearest CityBoonton
River/StreamRockaway River
Coordinates40.90747, -74.41833

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height18 ft
Dam Height18 ft
Dam Length200 ft
Year Completed1932 (94 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage55 acre-ft
Max Storage55 acre-ft
Normal Storage26 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area118 sq mi
Max Discharge3,854 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTown of Boonton
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection05/12/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00173
Federal IDNJ00173
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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