Birchwood Lake Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyBurlington
Nearest CityOakwood Lakes
River/StreamHaynes Creek-TR
Coordinates39.86737, -74.82022

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height9 ft
Dam Height9 ft
Dam Length250 ft
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage95 acre-ft
Max Storage95 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Drainage Area8 sq mi
Max Discharge1,108 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerBirchwood Lake Colony Club
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection03/30/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00417
Federal IDNJ00417
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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