Matrix Detention Basin in Washington Township, Mercer, New Jersey, is a privately owned flood risk reduction structure regulated by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
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Completed with an earth dam that stands at 8 feet high and spans 1950 feet in length, the basin has a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7 acres. It serves the primary purpose of mitigating flooding in the area, with a low hazard potential and a condition assessment that has not been rated.
Located in Robbinsville Township within the Philadelphia District, the basin has a drainage area of 0.25 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 428 cubic feet per second. Although last inspected in December 2000 with a frequency of every 4 years, the structure's emergency action plan status and risk assessment measures remain unspecified. Despite lacking certain details, Matrix Detention Basin plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region and reducing flood risks for the community.
Dam Length |
1950 |
Dam Height |
8 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Drainage Area |
0.25 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |