Washington Forge Pond Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyMorris
Nearest CityBorough of Wharton
River/StreamRockaway River
Coordinates40.90378, -74.57848

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length710 ft
Year Completed1890 (136 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage96 acre-ft
Max Storage96 acre-ft
Normal Storage63 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area29 sq mi
Max Discharge1,207 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerWharton Borough
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection12/08/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00341
Federal IDNJ00341
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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