Kirkwood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kirkwood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1931 and is 95 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 39.5% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1931 (95 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00399 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
County of Camden Park Commission
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kirkwood Lake Dam?
Kirkwood Lake 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 Kirkwood Lake Dam?
Kirkwood 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.
When was Kirkwood Lake Dam built?
Kirkwood Lake Dam was completed in 1931, making it 95 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 Kirkwood Lake Dam?
Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood Lake Dam?
Kirkwood Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Kirkwood Lake Dam last inspected?
Kirkwood Lake Dam was last inspected on May 3, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.