Coxhat Pond Dam

Deep Run· Salem, New Jersey· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Coxhat Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 12.9% in NJ)
Dam Length220 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage52 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge20 cfs
NID IDNJ00689

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: April 8, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Richard E. & Frances M. Haasch

Private

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Lake Sycamore Dam

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Elkinton Pond Dam

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Mickels Mill Dam

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Alloway Lake Dam

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Woodmere Dam

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Arrowhead Lake Pond Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Coxhat Pond Dam?

Coxhat Pond 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 Coxhat Pond Dam?

Coxhat Pond Dam is owned by Richard E. & Frances M. Haasch (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Coxhat Pond Dam?

Coxhat Pond 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 Coxhat Pond Dam?

Coxhat Pond Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Coxhat Pond Dam last inspected?

Coxhat Pond Dam was last inspected on April 8, 2022. 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.