Milton Lake Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyUnion
Nearest CityRahway
River/StreamRobins Branch Rahway River
Coordinates40.60627, -74.29868

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length204 ft
Year Completed1937 (89 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage30 acre-ft
Max Storage30 acre-ft
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area21 sq mi
Max Discharge2,168 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCounty of Union
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection02/15/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00599
Federal IDNJ00599
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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