Frenches Pond Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountySussex
Nearest CityHackettstown
River/StreamMusconetcong River-TR
Coordinates40.91908, -74.77053

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height13 ft
Dam Height13 ft
Dam Length225 ft
Year Completed1850 (176 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage210 acre-ft
Max Storage210 acre-ft
Normal Storage180 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge105 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerPatriots' Path Council, B.S.A
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection12/05/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00503
Federal IDNJ00503
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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