​Application Process for Dam Construction and/or Modifications


The regulations of this program govern the construction, enlargement, alteration or repair, maintenance and operation of all dams as defined by R.S. 38:21-28.  Included are all artificial barriers together with all appurtenant works which impound or divert water or any other liquid and which are:

  1. 25 feet or more in height and have an impouding capacity at maximum storage greater than 15 acre-feet.
  2. have an impounding capacity at maximum storage of 50 acre-feet or more and are greater than 6 feet in height.