Lower Aetna Lake Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyBurlington
Nearest CityMedford
River/StreamHaynes Creek-TR
Coordinates39.86322, -74.80360

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length240 ft
Year Completed1926 (100 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage136 acre-ft
Max Storage136 acre-ft
Normal Storage106 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge187 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerBorough of Medford Lakes
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection02/21/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00418
Federal IDNJ00418
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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