Cooper River Parkway (kaighn Ave) Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyCamden
Nearest CityCity of Camden
River/StreamCooper River
Coordinates39.93198, -75.08597

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height15 ft
Dam Height15 ft
Dam Length156 ft
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,900 acre-ft
Max Storage2,900 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,150 acre-ft
Surface Area190 acres
Drainage Area37 sq mi
Max Discharge8,500 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCounty of Camden Park Commission
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection07/29/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00393
Federal IDNJ00393
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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