Paulinskill Lake Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountySussex
River/StreamPaulins Kill River
Coordinates41.05233, -74.82687

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height29 ft
Dam Height29 ft
Dam Length450 ft
Year Completed1927 (99 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,120 acre-ft
Max Storage2,120 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,000 acre-ft
Surface Area170 acres
Drainage Area66 sq mi
Max Discharge12,580 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerPaulins Kill Lake Association
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection03/01/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00274
Federal IDNJ00274
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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