Doughty Pond Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyAtlantic
Nearest CityAbsecon
River/StreamAbsecon Creek
Coordinates39.43033, -74.52057

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height18 ft
Dam Height18 ft
Dam Length2,850 ft
Year Completed1914 (112 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,400 acre-ft
Max Storage2,400 acre-ft
Normal Storage750 acre-ft
Surface Area225 acres
Drainage Area16 sq mi
Max Discharge3,700 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerAtlantic City M.U.A.
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection04/21/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00080
Federal IDNJ00080
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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