Echo Lake Dam, located in Mountainside Borough, New Jersey, is a concrete structure completed in 1930 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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The dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a length of 130 feet, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 45 acre-feet. Situated on Normahegan Brook, this dam is owned and regulated by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) and falls under state jurisdiction for permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
With a significant hazard potential but a satisfactory condition assessment as of November 2021, Echo Lake Dam is subject to regular inspections every two years to ensure its safety and integrity. The dam has a drainage area of 2.5 square miles and a surface area of 11 acres, providing recreational opportunities for visitors in the area. Despite not being under the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Echo Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in Union County, New Jersey.
Congressional District 07, represented by Tom Malinowski, oversees Echo Lake Dam as part of its constituency. The dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 1180 cubic feet per second, although specific spillway details are not provided. Echo Lake Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for the local community, balancing the needs of recreation with the responsibilities of water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
130 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
Normahegan Brook |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
11 |
Drainage Area |
2.5 |
Nid Storage |
45 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
20 |