West Creek Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyCape May
River/StreamWest Creek
Coordinates39.22702, -74.91265

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length900 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage247 acre-ft
Normal Storage247 acre-ft
Surface Area65 acres
Drainage Area11 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCounty of Cape May
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection05/17/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00629
Federal IDNJ00629
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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