Almonesson Lake Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyGloucester
Nearest CityAlmonesson
River/StreamAlmonesson Creek
Coordinates39.81803, -75.09653

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height24 ft
Dam Height24 ft
Dam Length300 ft
Year Completed1926 (100 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage257 acre-ft
Max Storage257 acre-ft
Normal Storage125 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge810 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCounty of Gloucester
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection05/08/2025
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00401
Federal IDNJ00401
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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