Laurel Springs Dam

North Branch To Timber Creek· Camden, New Jersey· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Laurel Springs Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 90.1% in NJ)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage51 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNJ00400

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: April 16, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

County of Camden

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Laurel Springs Dam?

Laurel Springs 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 Laurel Springs Dam?

Laurel Springs Dam is owned by County of Camden (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Laurel Springs Dam?

Laurel Springs 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 Laurel Springs Dam?

Laurel Springs Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Laurel Springs Dam last inspected?

Laurel Springs Dam was last inspected on April 16, 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.