Westville-Almonesson Dam

Almonesson Creek-TR· Gloucester, New Jersey· Earth· 17 ft tall
Significant Hazard Local Government

Key Takeaway

Westville-Almonesson Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 63.3% in NJ)
Dam Length192 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage6 acre-ft
Normal Storage1 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge197 cfs
NID IDNJ01043

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: May 19, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

County of Gloucester

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Westville-Almonesson Dam?

Westville-Almonesson 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 Westville-Almonesson Dam?

Westville-Almonesson Dam is owned by County of Gloucester (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Westville-Almonesson Dam?

Westville-Almonesson Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Westville-Almonesson Dam last inspected?

Westville-Almonesson Dam was last inspected on May 19, 2021. 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.