Oradell Reservoir Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyBergen
Nearest CityNew Milford
River/StreamHackensack River
Coordinates40.95622, -74.02905

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height25 ft
Dam Height25 ft
Dam Length402 ft
Year Completed1922 (104 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage10,740 acre-ft
Normal Storage10,740 acre-ft
Surface Area796 acres
Drainage Area112 sq mi
Max Discharge13,600 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerSUEZ Water New Jersey, Inc.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection12/06/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00258
Federal IDNJ00258
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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