East Lake Dam

Indian Fields Branch· Cumberland, New Jersey· Earth· 17 ft tall

High Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

East Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	17 ft (taller than 63.3% in NJ)
Dam Length	500 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Normal Storage	75 acre-ft

Surface Area	17 acres
Drainage Area	7 sq mi
Max Discharge	230 cfs
NID ID	NJ00070

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: October 28, 2021

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

County of Cumberland

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of East Lake Dam?

East Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates East Lake Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of East Lake Dam?

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

How tall is East Lake Dam?

East Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 East Lake Dam last inspected?

East Lake 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.