Lower Twin Lakes Dam, located in Wayne, New Jersey, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1927.
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The dam stands at a height of 10 feet and spans 210 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 128 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is for recreation, providing a serene and picturesque setting for water enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking.
Managed by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Lower Twin Lakes Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and integrity. The dam's condition assessment in August 2021 deemed it satisfactory, although it carries a significant hazard potential. Despite this, the dam has not undergone any major modifications in recent years, and its emergency action plan was last revised in 2013.
Situated along the Post Brook river in Passaic County, Lower Twin Lakes Dam serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding area, with a drainage area of 8.8 square miles and a surface area of 40 acres. While the dam's risk assessment, inundation maps, and risk management measures remain unspecified, its role in providing recreational opportunities and water storage highlights its importance in the local ecosystem and community.
Year Completed |
1927 |
Dam Length |
210 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
Post Brook |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
40 |
Drainage Area |
8.8 |
Nid Storage |
128 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
10 |