Lake Kalmia Dam, located in Blairstown, New Jersey, was completed in 1936 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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The earth dam stands at a height of 7.5 feet and spans 346 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 93 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment as of 2008 was rated as poor, highlighting the need for maintenance and improvement.
Managed by a private owner, the dam is regulated by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) and undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in September 2008. The dam impounds the Paulinskill River and offers a surface area of 19 acres for recreational activities. However, the dam's outdated condition assessment and lack of emergency action planning suggest a need for further attention to ensure the safety and longevity of the structure for both water resource management and climate resilience.
With a drainage area of 0.5 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 77 acre-feet, Lake Kalmia Dam provides a vital water resource in Warren County, New Jersey. As climate change continues to impact water systems, addressing the dam's poor condition and enhancing its risk management measures will be essential to safeguarding the surrounding community and ensuring sustainable water management practices in the region.
Year Completed |
1936 |
Dam Length |
346 |
Dam Height |
7.5 |
River Or Stream |
Paulinskill River-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
19 |
Drainage Area |
0.5 |
Nid Storage |
93 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |
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Mohican Walk-In Campsites
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Forest campsite
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Worthington SF Campground
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Backpacker Campsite 2
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Rivers Bend Group Campground
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Worthington State Forest
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