Lake Cushetunk Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyHunterdon
River/StreamSouth Branch Rockaway Creek
Coordinates40.62112, -74.77558

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length594 ft
Year Completed1928 (98 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage365 acre-ft
Max Storage365 acre-ft
Normal Storage212 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area12 sq mi
Max Discharge5,766 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTownship of Readington
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/30/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00347
Federal IDNJ00347
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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