Cedar Run Lake Dam

Friendship Creek· Burlington, New Jersey· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Cedar Run Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 39.5% in NJ)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage200 acre-ft
Normal Storage115 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area32 sq mi
Max Discharge2,200 cfs
NID IDNJ00624

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 15, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Township of Southampton

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cedar Run Lake Dam?

Cedar Run Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Cedar Run Lake Dam?

Cedar Run Lake Dam is owned by Township of Southampton (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cedar Run Lake Dam?

Cedar Run Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Cedar Run Lake Dam?

Cedar Run Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Run Lake Dam last inspected?

Cedar Run Lake Dam was last inspected on June 15, 2020. 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.