Sunrise Lake Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyMorris
Nearest CityMorristown
River/StreamWhippany River-TR
Coordinates40.78840, -74.54485

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height18 ft
Dam Height18 ft
Dam Length495 ft
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage30 acre-ft
Max Storage30 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge55 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCounty of Morris Park Commission
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection11/08/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00808
Federal IDNJ00808
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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