Shadow Lake Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyBergen
Nearest CityMahwah
River/StreamHohokus Creek
Coordinates41.03170, -74.19122

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height16 ft
Dam Height16 ft
Dam Length565 ft
Year Completed1928 (98 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage72 acre-ft
Max Storage72 acre-ft
Normal Storage55 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,600 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerShadow Lake, Inc.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection10/25/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00232
Federal IDNJ00232
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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