Timber Lakes Dam

Hospitality Branch· Gloucester, New Jersey· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Timber Lakes Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NJ)
Dam Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage52 acre-ft
Surface Area50 acres
Drainage Area8 sq mi
NID IDNJ00438

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 Timber Lakes Dam?

Timber Lakes 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 Timber Lakes Dam?

Timber Lakes 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 Timber Lakes Dam?

Timber Lakes 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 Timber Lakes Dam?

Timber Lakes 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 Timber Lakes Dam last inspected?

Timber Lakes 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.