Lake Ames Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyMorris
Nearest CityRockaway
River/StreamHibernia Brook
Coordinates40.95158, -74.50052

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height9 ft
Dam Height9 ft
Dam Length320 ft
Year Completed1934 (92 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage128 acre-ft
Max Storage128 acre-ft
Normal Storage95 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge400 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTownship of Rockaway
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection12/06/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00337
Federal IDNJ00337
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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