Atsion Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Atsion Lake Dam, located in Burlington, New Jersey, is a state-owned structure on the Mullica River with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Built in 1930, this earth dam stands at 19 feet tall and spans 590 feet in length, holding a normal storage capacity of 250 acre-feet of water. The dam covers an area of 85 acres and drains a watershed of 27 square miles, making it a significant feature in the region.

Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, Atsion Lake Dam is regularly inspected by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations. The dam has been deemed to meet emergency action plan guidelines, although specific details on risk management measures and inundation maps are not provided in the available data. With a maximum discharge capacity of 162 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and providing recreational opportunities to the surrounding community.

Overall, Atsion Lake Dam serves as a vital infrastructure asset in Shamong Township, offering both recreational benefits and flood control functions. Its historical significance, combined with ongoing maintenance and inspections, underscores the importance of water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions. As a key feature on the Mullica River, this dam represents a balance between human recreation needs and environmental stewardship in the region.

Year Completed

1930

Dam Length

590

Dam Height

19

River Or Stream

Mullica River

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

85

Drainage Area

27

Nid Storage

250

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

19
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.