Cedar Road Dam

Gloucester, New Jersey· Earth· 12 ft tall
Significant Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Local Government

Key Takeaway

Cedar Road Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 31.2% in NJ)
Dam TypeEarth
Surface Area1 acres
NID IDNJ01041

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 28, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

County of Gloucester

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cedar Road Dam?

Cedar Road Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Cedar Road Dam?

Cedar Road Dam is owned by County of Gloucester (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cedar Road Dam?

Cedar Road Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Cedar Road Dam?

Cedar Road Dam has a dam height of 12 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Cedar Road Dam last inspected?

Cedar Road Dam was last inspected on October 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.