East Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

East Lake Dam, located in Salem County, New Jersey, serves as a vital recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 11 feet and stretching 550 feet in length, this concrete dam holds a normal storage capacity of 72 acre-feet across its 25-acre surface area. The dam overlooks Salem Creek and plays a significant role in the local drainage area of 13.7 square miles.

Despite its recreational significance, East Lake Dam's condition assessment has been deemed poor, with a significant hazard potential. The last inspection conducted in August 2020 highlighted the need for improvement and regular maintenance to ensure the safety of the surrounding community. With a designated inspection frequency of 2, the dam's emergency action plan and risk management measures require attention to align with safety guidelines and mitigate potential risks. Further updates and enhancements are essential to uphold the dam's structural integrity and safeguard against any potential emergencies.

Dam Length

550

Dam Height

11

River Or Stream

Salem Creek

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Surface Area

25

Drainage Area

13.7

Nid Storage

72

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

11
       
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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.