Mullica Hill Pond Dam

Raccoon Creek· Gloucester, New Jersey· Built 1922· Earth· 19 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Mullica Hill Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 70% in NJ)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage86 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area13 sq mi
Year Completed1922 (104 years old)
NID IDNJ00639

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 28, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

NJDOT

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mullica Hill Pond Dam?

Mullica Hill 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 Mullica Hill Pond Dam?

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

When was Mullica Hill Pond Dam built?

Mullica Hill Pond Dam was completed in 1922, making it 104 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 Mullica Hill Pond Dam?

Mullica Hill Pond 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 Mullica Hill Pond Dam?

Mullica Hill Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Mullica Hill Pond Dam last inspected?

Mullica Hill Pond Dam was last inspected on April 28, 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.