New Jersey No Name # 32 Dam dam
New Jersey No Name # 32 Dam
New Jersey No Name # 32 Dam, located in Franklin Township, Hunterdon County, New Jersey, is a significant earth dam with a height of 40 feet and a length of 700 feet, impounding the South Branch Raritan River. Owned privately, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a serene setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. With a storage capacity of 166 acre-feet and a surface area of 15 acres, the dam provides a tranquil spot for outdoor activities.
Managed by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), the dam has been inspected regularly, with the last assessment conducted in May 2020. The condition of the dam was reported as satisfactory, with a significant hazard potential identified. The emergency action plan for the dam was last revised in December 2014, ensuring that appropriate measures are in place to respond to any unforeseen events. The dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region, highlighting the importance of maintaining its structural integrity and safety for both recreational and environmental purposes.
As part of the Natural Resources Conservation Service's portfolio, the New Jersey No Name # 32 Dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between private owners and state agencies in safeguarding water resources. With Congressman Tom Malinowski representing the region in Congressional District 07, New Jersey, the dam serves as a vital infrastructure for both local communities and environmental enthusiasts alike. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the proper management and upkeep of dams like No Name # 32 are essential in ensuring sustainable water practices for future generations.
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 New Jersey No Name # 32 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Branch Raritan River At Stanton Nj | 69 cfs | → |
| Spruce Run At Clinton Nj | 16 cfs | → |
| Mulhockaway Creek At Van Syckel Nj | 5 cfs | → |
| South Branch Raritan River Near High Bridge Nj | 36 cfs | → |
| Sb Rockaway Creek At Whitehouse Station Nj | 73 cfs | → |
| Neshanic River At Reaville Nj | 3 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near New Jersey No Name # 32 Dam.
Boat launches
- Highlands Trail Union
- Kingwood In Nj
- Upper Black Eddy
- Byram In Nj
- Bulls Island Access Area
- Lambertville In Nj
Track New Jersey No Name # 32 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About New Jersey No Name # 32 Dam
Where does the data for New Jersey No Name # 32 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 Significant 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.
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