Dam Removal In New Jersey

Wednesday, January 28, 2026
7:00pm
Via Zoom Webinar

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There are over 1,700 dams in New Jersey that are regulated by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s Bureau of Dam Safety, about one third of those dams are owned by towns or counties. Some of those dams are still performing the function for which they were built, many others are obsolete.

This webinar, presented by The New Jersey Statewide Dam Removal Partnership (SDRP) and ANJEC will explore dam removal in NJ and include case studies. The SDRP, a coalition of state and federal agencies and nonprofit partners, works with willing dam owners to address dams that are obsolete, unsafe, or harmful to local waterways.
There will be ample time for questions.

Removing a dam:

• eliminates long-term inspection and maintenance costs,
• reduces public safety liability,
• provides safer recreation for anglers, paddlers, and waders,
• provides opportunities for new trails or recreation in the former impoundment,
• restores healthier waterways,
• and has the potential to reduce nearby flooding*.
  *Engineering studies are needed to investigate this.

For those who are interested in exploring dam removal further there will be a spring workshop for municipal and county officials and engineers.  There will be additional training for local governments seriously investigating removal including a free two-day Project Manager Training. For some dams, the ecological benefit of removal is quite high and in those cases funding to complete removal may be available.

Registration:
No charge to participate
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The Stormwater MS4 Permit:
What, Why and How

Wednesday, February 11
7:00pm
Via Zoom Webinar

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The Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit is a 5 year permit held by every municipality in New Jersey. The goal is to ensure good management and stewardship of stormwater infrastructure. Each year brings new requirements that build on the previous year’s work.

Join this webinar to learn about the tasks that should have been completed in your municipality by the close of 2025, how to catch up if you are behind, and what you need to work on in 2026 to ensure compliance with your permit.

MS4 permit requirements include: a dedicated municipal stormwater page to track progress, and inventory of stormwater facilities, annual public outreach and education, watershed improvement planning, and more.

Guest presenter:

• Chris Obropta, PhD, P,E. Rutgers Water Resources Cooperative Extension

Registration:
ANJEC Members: No charge to participate
Non-Members: $25
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2026 Fundamentals for Effective Environmental Commissions
Virtual Sessions

Tuesday, March 24, 7pm
Wednesday, March 25th, 7pm
Thursday, March 26th, 7pm

Join ANJEC staff and expert presenters for our annual Environmental Commission Training! This comprehensive training is designed to equip environmental commissioners with essential knowledge and practical tools to effectively serve their communities.

Check back soon for details and registration information.