Haddon Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Haddon Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1917 and is 109 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 72.4% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 834 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1917 (109 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00395 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
County of Camden Park Commission
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Haddon Lake Dam?
Haddon 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 Haddon Lake Dam?
Haddon Lake Dam is owned by County of Camden Park Commission (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Haddon Lake Dam built?
Haddon Lake Dam was completed in 1917, making it 109 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Haddon Lake Dam?
Haddon 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 Haddon Lake Dam?
Haddon Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Haddon Lake Dam last inspected?
Haddon Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.