Lionshead Lake Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyPassaic
Nearest CityWayne
River/StreamHaycock Brook
Coordinates40.97565, -74.26013

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height27 ft
Dam Height27 ft
Dam Length200 ft
Year Completed1939 (87 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage75 acre-ft
Max Storage75 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge1,530 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTownship of Wayne
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection03/20/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00254
Federal IDNJ00254
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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