Spruce Lake Dam

Hospitality Branch· Gloucester, New Jersey· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 12.9% in NJ)
Dam Length850 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage78 acre-ft
Surface Area50 acres
Drainage Area14 sq mi
NID IDNJ00437

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 27, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Timber Lakes Community Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spruce Lake Dam?

Spruce 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 Spruce Lake Dam?

Spruce Lake Dam is owned by Timber Lakes Community Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Spruce Lake Dam?

Spruce 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 Spruce Lake Dam?

Spruce Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Spruce Lake Dam last inspected?

Spruce Lake Dam was last inspected on June 27, 2019. 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.