Assunpink #8 Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyMercer
River/StreamPond Run
Coordinates40.21253, -74.67525

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length1,450 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage26 acre-ft
Normal Storage26 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerHamilton Township
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection05/03/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00543
Federal IDNJ00543
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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