Upper Stokes Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyBurlington
Nearest CityMedford Lakes
River/StreamSharps Branch of Haynes Creek
Coordinates39.84582, -74.79582

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height11 ft
Dam Height11 ft
Dam Length250 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage68 acre-ft
Max Storage68 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge57 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTownship of Medford
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection05/22/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00421
Federal IDNJ00421
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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