Kelly Dam

Salem River-TR· Salem, New Jersey· Built 1957· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Kelly Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 72.4% in NJ)
Dam Length210 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage101 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge644 cfs
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDNJ00119

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 15, 1991
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Kelly Brothers Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kelly Dam?

Kelly Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Kelly Dam?

Kelly Dam is owned by Kelly Brothers Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kelly Dam built?

Kelly Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Kelly Dam?

Kelly Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Kelly Dam?

Kelly 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 Kelly Dam last inspected?

Kelly Dam was last inspected on July 15, 1991. 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.