Malaga Dam

Scotland Run· Gloucester, New Jersey· Earth· 22 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Malaga 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 22 ft (taller than 79.5% in NJ)
Dam Length11,625 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage800 acre-ft
Surface Area100 acres
Drainage Area29 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNJ00443

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: April 20, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

NJDOT

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Malaga Dam?

Malaga 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 Malaga Dam?

Malaga Dam is owned by NJDOT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Malaga Dam?

Malaga 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 Malaga Dam?

Malaga Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Malaga Dam last inspected?

Malaga Dam was last inspected on April 20, 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.