Smithville Dam

New Jersey — Burlington County — North Branch Rancocas Creek

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyBurlington
RiverNorth Branch Rancocas Creek
Coordinates39.98547, -74.75175

Physical Characteristics

NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length60 ft
NID Storage244 acre-ft
Max Storage244 acre-ft
Surface Area37 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 4, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1935
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeTimber Crib
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCounty of Burlington

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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.

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