Buttonwood Lake Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyBurlington
Nearest CityMount Holly
River/StreamRancocas Creek-TR
Coordinates39.99570, -74.77755

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height8 ft
Dam Height8 ft
Dam Length175 ft
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage8 acre-ft
Max Storage8 acre-ft
Normal Storage5 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge40 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTownship of Mount Holly
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection02/28/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ01052
Federal IDNJ01052
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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