Upper East Highland Lake Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountySussex
Nearest CityNew Milford, NY
River/StreamWawayanda Creek
Coordinates41.16502, -74.45413

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height15 ft
Dam Height15 ft
Dam Length490 ft
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage157 acre-ft
Max Storage157 acre-ft
Normal Storage126 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge95 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerHighland Lakes Country Club and Community Assoc.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection12/20/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00916
Federal IDNJ00916
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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