Colonial Lake Dam
New Jersey — Mercer County — Shabakunk Creek
Location
| State | New Jersey |
| County | Mercer |
| River | Shabakunk Creek |
| Coordinates | 40.25487, -74.72245 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| NID Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | September 18, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1925 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Township of Lawrence |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.