Boonton Reservoir Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyMorris
Nearest CityBoonton
River/StreamStony Brook-TR
Coordinates40.95368, -74.38288

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height15 ft
Dam Height15 ft
Dam Length600 ft
Year Completed1900 (126 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,265 acre-ft
Max Storage1,265 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,060 acre-ft
Surface Area133 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge613 cfs

Ownership & Safety

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

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00255
Federal IDNJ00255
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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