Lake Winona Dam, located in Jefferson Township, New Jersey, is a private dam constructed in 1950 primarily for recreational purposes.
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The dam, standing at a height of 15 feet and spanning 620 feet in length, holds a storage capacity of 26 acre-feet. Situated on the Musconetcong River, this earth dam is regulated by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, with state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance.
Despite its recreational allure, Lake Winona Dam poses a high hazard potential with a poor condition assessment as of June 2020. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status, risk assessment, and inundation maps are yet to be updated or fully prepared. With a maximum discharge capacity of 600 cubic feet per second and a drainage area of 1.3 square miles, the dam's condition and risk management measures are critical considerations for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region. Congressional District 11, represented by Mikie Sherrill, oversees this dam within Morris County, New Jersey, under the Philadelphia District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
620 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
Musconetcong River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
1.3 |
Nid Storage |
26 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
15 |