Upper Sylvan Lake Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyBurlington
Nearest CityBurlington
River/StreamMill Stream
Coordinates40.05838, -74.85642

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length600 ft
Year Completed1941 (85 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge57 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTownship of Burlington
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection09/10/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00760
Federal IDNJ00760
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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