Burnham Park Lower Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyMorris
Nearest CityMorristown
River/StreamWhippany River
Coordinates40.80027, -74.49280

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height8 ft
Dam Height8 ft
Dam Length32 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage15 acre-ft
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge125 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTown of Morristown
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection12/11/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00902
Federal IDNJ00902
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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