Lake Lackawanna Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountySussex
Nearest CityByram
River/StreamLubbers Run
Coordinates40.94573, -74.70222

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height15 ft
Dam Height15 ft
Dam Length310 ft
Year Completed1910 (116 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage988 acre-ft
Max Storage988 acre-ft
Normal Storage410 acre-ft
Surface Area114 acres
Drainage Area13 sq mi
Max Discharge2,745 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerLake Lackawanna Investment Company
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection12/13/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00817
Federal IDNJ00817
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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