Kuehnle Pond Dam

South Branch Absecon Creek· Atlantic, New Jersey· Built 1935· Earth· 14 ft tall
Significant Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Kuehnle Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 46.2% in NJ)
Dam Length650 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.1K acre-ft
Normal Storage765 acre-ft
Surface Area130 acres
Drainage Area9 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1935 (91 years old)
NID IDNJ00081

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: September 2, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Atlantic City M.U.A.

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kuehnle Pond Dam?

Kuehnle Pond 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 Kuehnle Pond Dam?

Kuehnle Pond Dam is owned by Atlantic City M.U.A. (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kuehnle Pond Dam built?

Kuehnle Pond Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Kuehnle Pond Dam?

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

How tall is Kuehnle Pond Dam?

Kuehnle Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Kuehnle Pond Dam last inspected?

Kuehnle Pond Dam was last inspected on September 2, 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.