Killdeer Lake Dam

Haynes Creek· Burlington, New Jersey· Earth· 15 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Killdeer 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 15 ft (taller than 51.4% in NJ)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDNJ01021

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

Ownership

Tamarac Lake Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Killdeer Lake Dam?

Killdeer 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 Killdeer Lake Dam?

Killdeer Lake Dam is owned by Tamarac Lake Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Killdeer Lake Dam?

Killdeer 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 Killdeer Lake Dam?

Killdeer Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Killdeer Lake Dam last inspected?

Killdeer Lake Dam was last inspected on March 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.