Saipe Lake Dam

Burlington, New Jersey· Earth· 7 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Saipe Lake 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 7 ft (taller than 1.9% in NJ)
Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDNJ00922

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, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Medford Pines Homeowners Assoc. Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Saipe Lake Dam?

Saipe Lake 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 Saipe Lake Dam?

Saipe Lake Dam is owned by Medford Pines Homeowners Assoc. Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Saipe Lake Dam?

Saipe 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 Saipe Lake Dam?

Saipe Lake Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Saipe Lake Dam last inspected?

Saipe Lake Dam was last inspected on April 20, 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.