The Maurice River at Union Lake Dam is located in Millville, New Jersey. The dam was built in the early 20th century for the purpose of creating a recreational lake. The lake covers an area of 898 acres and has a maximum depth of 22 feet. The hydrology of the area is influenced by the Maurice River watershed, which covers an area of 386 square miles. Specific surface flow providers include the Maurice River and several smaller tributaries. Snowpack provides a significant amount of the water supply during the winter months. The area around Union Lake is used for agriculture, including cranberry farming. The lake is also a popular destination for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming.
Windspeed
Humidity
24hr Change | None% |
Percent of Normal | None% |
Minimum |
9.5
1993-09-12 |
Maximum |
1,080
1994-04-07 |
Average | |
Dam_Height | 35 |
Drainage_Area | 218 |
Year_Completed | 1869 |
Nid_Storage | 20100 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 850 |
River_Or_Stream | Maurice River |
Dam_Length | 2000 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Nid_Height | 35 |
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