Lake Hackney Dam

Raccoon Creek· Gloucester, New Jersey· Earth· 11 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Hackney 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 11 ft (taller than 25.9% in NJ)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage0 acre-ft
Normal Storage10 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNJ00907

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: June 3, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Jay Hackney

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Hackney Dam?

Lake Hackney 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 Lake Hackney Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Lake Hackney Dam?

Lake Hackney 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 Lake Hackney Dam?

Lake Hackney Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Lake Hackney Dam last inspected?

Lake Hackney Dam was last inspected on June 3, 2021. 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.