Bells Lake Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyGloucester
Nearest CityTurnersville
River/StreamSouth Branch Timber Creek
Coordinates39.75442, -75.05945

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height22 ft
Dam Height22 ft
Dam Length500 ft
Year Completed1928 (98 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage343 acre-ft
Max Storage343 acre-ft
Normal Storage125 acre-ft
Surface Area31 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge700 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerGreenwood Park Bell's Lake Comm. Club
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection07/29/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00405
Federal IDNJ00405
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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