Mary Elmer Lake Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyCumberland
River/StreamCohansey River
Coordinates39.44628, -75.24723

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height15 ft
Dam Height15 ft
Dam Length500 ft
Year Completed1924 (102 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage68 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Max Discharge4,078 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCity of Bridgeton
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection03/08/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00068
Federal IDNJ00068
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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