Great Gorge Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountySussex
Nearest CityVernon
River/StreamBlack River-TR
Coordinates41.16083, -74.52525

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height28 ft
Dam Height28 ft
Dam Length160 ft
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage290 acre-ft
Max Storage290 acre-ft
Normal Storage280 acre-ft
Surface Area23 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge25 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerMountain Creek Resort
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection03/13/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00661
Federal IDNJ00661
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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