Sleepy Valley Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountySussex
Nearest CityIndependence Corners
River/StreamWallkill River-TR
Coordinates41.22052, -74.54143

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height13 ft
Dam Height13 ft
Dam Length270 ft
Year Completed1937 (89 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage122 acre-ft
Max Storage122 acre-ft
Normal Storage81 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge390 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTall Timbers Property Owners Association
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection11/25/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00763
Federal IDNJ00763
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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