Hankins Pond Dam

Maurice River-TR· Cumberland, New Jersey· Earth· 9 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Hankins Pond 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 9 ft (taller than 12.9% in NJ)
Dam Length230 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
NID IDNJ00682

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: April 16, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

NJDOT

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hankins Pond Dam?

Hankins Pond 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 Hankins Pond Dam?

Hankins Pond Dam is owned by NJDOT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hankins Pond Dam?

Hankins 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 Hankins Pond Dam?

Hankins 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 Hankins Pond Dam last inspected?

Hankins Pond Dam was last inspected on April 16, 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.