Kandle Lake Dam

Branch Mantua Creek· Gloucester, New Jersey· Earth· 9 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Kandle 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 9 ft (taller than 12.9% in NJ)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDNJ00435

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: November 16, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Kandle Land Associates

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kandle Lake Dam?

Kandle 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 Kandle Lake Dam?

Kandle Lake Dam is owned by Kandle Land Associates (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Kandle Lake Dam?

Kandle 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 Kandle Lake Dam?

Kandle Lake 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 Kandle Lake Dam last inspected?

Kandle Lake Dam was last inspected on November 16, 2022. 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.