Cooper River Parkway (Kaighn Ave) Dam

New Jersey — Camden County — Cooper River

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyCamden
RiverCooper River
Coordinates39.93198, -75.08597

Physical Characteristics

NID Height15 ft
Dam Height15 ft
Dam Length156 ft
NID Storage2,900 acre-ft
Max Storage2,900 acre-ft
Surface Area190 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 29, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1940
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCounty of Camden Park Commission

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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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