East Lake Dam

Salem Creek· Salem, New Jersey· Concrete· 11 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

East Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 25.9% in NJ)
Dam Length550 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area14 sq mi
Max Discharge1,388 cfs
NID IDNJ00108

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: Yes
Last Inspection: August 19, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Division of Fish & Wildlife

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of East Lake Dam?

East Lake 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 East Lake Dam?

East Lake Dam is owned by Division of Fish & Wildlife (State 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: Recreation. 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 11 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 August 19, 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.