Old Forge Lake Dam

South Branch Rancocas Creek· Burlington, New Jersey· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Old Forge Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 31.2% in NJ)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage115 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area32 sq mi
NID IDNJ00712

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: June 8, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

LeisureTowne Assoc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Old Forge Lake Dam?

Old Forge Lake 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 Old Forge Lake Dam?

Old Forge Lake Dam is owned by LeisureTowne Assoc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Old Forge Lake Dam?

Old Forge Lake 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 Old Forge Lake Dam?

Old Forge Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Old Forge Lake Dam last inspected?

Old Forge Lake Dam was last inspected on June 8, 2022. 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.