Hopkins Lake Dam

Cooper River· Camden, New Jersey· Earth· 25 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Hopkins 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 25 ft (taller than 85% in NJ)
Dam Length210 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage24 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge650 cfs
NID IDNJ00648

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: July 1, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

County of Camden Park Commission

Local Government

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Silver Lake Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hopkins Lake Dam?

Hopkins 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 Hopkins Lake Dam?

Hopkins 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.

What is the primary purpose of Hopkins Lake Dam?

Hopkins 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 Hopkins Lake Dam?

Hopkins Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Hopkins Lake Dam last inspected?

Hopkins Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 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.