West Creek Dam

West Creek· Cape May, New Jersey· Earth· 10 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

West Creek 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 10 ft (taller than 17.8% in NJ)
Dam Length900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage247 acre-ft
Surface Area65 acres
Drainage Area12 sq mi
NID IDNJ00629

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 21, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

County of Cape May

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of West Creek Dam?

West Creek 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 West Creek Dam?

West Creek Dam is owned by County of Cape May (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of West Creek Dam?

West Creek 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 West Creek Dam?

West Creek Dam has a dam height of 10 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 West Creek Dam last inspected?

West Creek Dam was last inspected on April 21, 2020. 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.