Hands Mill Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyCumberland
River/StreamWest Creek
Coordinates39.24262, -74.90202

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length550 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage92 acre-ft
Normal Storage92 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Max Discharge460 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCounty of Cumberland
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/03/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00695
Federal IDNJ00695
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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