Oradell Reservoir Dam

Bergen County, New Jersey (near New Milford)

River/Stream: Hackensack River

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
25 ft
Dam Length
402 ft
Reservoir Storage
10,740 acre-ft
Year Completed
1922
Primary Purpose
Water Supply
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
13,600 cfs

Condition Assessment

FairLast inspected: 2024-12-06

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Fair — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
NJ00258
State
New Jersey (NJ)
Coordinates
40.95622, -74.02905
Age
104 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.