Farrington Dam dam
Farrington Dam
Farrington Dam, located in Middlesex, New Jersey, was completed in 1926 and serves as a vital water supply structure along the Lawrence Brook. Owned and regulated by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, this concrete dam stands at a height of 34 feet and has a storage capacity of 3,140 acre-feet. With a surface area of 211 acres and a drainage area of 34.4 square miles, Farrington Dam plays a crucial role in supplying water to the surrounding area.
Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, Farrington Dam has been inspected regularly, with the last assessment conducted in December 2019. The dam's emergency action plan is up to date, with the last revision in April 2020, ensuring that proper measures are in place in case of any unforeseen events. With a maximum discharge capacity of 55 cubic feet per second, Farrington Dam is equipped to handle high water levels and contribute to the overall water management system in Eastern Brunswick Township.
As a key structure in the region's water supply infrastructure, Farrington Dam stands as a testament to the importance of proper regulation and maintenance in ensuring the safety and reliability of water resources in New Jersey. With its historical significance and vital role in water management, Farrington Dam continues to be a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts, showcasing the intersection of engineering, environmental stewardship, and public safety in safeguarding our natural resources.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Farrington Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lawrence Bk At Westons Mills Nj | 16 cfs | → |
| Manalapan Brook At Spotswood Nj | 17 cfs | → |
| Deep Run At Old Bridge Nj | 3 cfs | → |
| Millstone River At Blackwells Mills Nj | 110 cfs | → |
| Raritan River Below Calco Dam At Bound Brook Nj | 136 cfs | → |
| Bound Bk At Middlesex Nj | 18 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Farrington Dam.
Boat launches
- Middlesex County
- South 3rd Avenue Highland Park
- River Road Sayreville
- South Main Street Bound Brook
- Raritan Reach Road 28, South Amboy
- Second Street Perth Amboy
Track Farrington Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Farrington Dam
Where does the data for Farrington Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Farrington Dam.