Clearwater Detention Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyUnion
Nearest CityNew Providence
River/StreamSalt Brook
Coordinates40.70622, -74.38838

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height22 ft
Dam Height22 ft
Dam Length1,275 ft
Year Completed1994 (32 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage84 acre-ft
Max Storage84 acre-ft
Normal Storage10 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge7,700 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerBorough of New Providence
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection03/21/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00882
Federal IDNJ00882
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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