Moorestown Dam

North Branch Pensauken Ri· Burlington, New Jersey· Built 1939· Concrete· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Moorestown Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NJ)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage166 acre-ft
Normal Storage83 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area13 sq mi
Max Discharge3,000 cfs
Year Completed1939 (87 years old)
NID IDNJ00635

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: March 10, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Township of Moorestown

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Moorestown Dam?

Moorestown 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 Moorestown Dam?

Moorestown Dam is owned by Township of Moorestown (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Moorestown Dam built?

Moorestown Dam was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Moorestown Dam?

Moorestown 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 Moorestown Dam?

Moorestown Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Moorestown Dam last inspected?

Moorestown Dam was last inspected on March 10, 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.