Upper Greenwood Lake Dam, located in Bellvale, NY, is a privately owned structure regulated by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
Completed in 1932, this earth and gravity dam stands at a height of 20 feet, with a length of 460 feet and a storage capacity of 4960 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is for recreation, providing a surface area of 385 acres and a drainage area of 5.1 square miles along the Long House Brook.
Despite its satisfactory condition assessment, the dam poses a high hazard potential, with a maximum discharge capacity of 2700 cubic feet per second. Regular inspections are conducted, with the last one taking place in June 2020. Emergency action plans are in place, although their last revision was in December 2021. With its critical role in flood control and recreational activities, Upper Greenwood Lake Dam serves as a vital water resource in Passaic County, New Jersey.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1932 |
Dam Length |
460 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
Long House Brook |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
385 |
Drainage Area |
5.1 |
Nid Storage |
4960 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
20 |
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