Lake Lenape Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyAtlantic
Nearest CityMays Landing
River/StreamGreat Egg Harbor River
Coordinates39.45480, -74.73532

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height29 ft
Dam Height29 ft
Dam Length1,050 ft
Year Completed1879 (147 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage6,610 acre-ft
Max Storage6,610 acre-ft
Normal Storage4,500 acre-ft
Surface Area300 acres
Drainage Area205 sq mi
Max Discharge4,000 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTownship of Hamilton
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection05/17/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00450
Federal IDNJ00450
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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