Narraticon Lake Dam dam
Narraticon Lake Dam
Narraticon Lake Dam, located in Swedesboro, New Jersey, is a captivating site for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Built in 1934, this earth dam serves a primary purpose of recreation, offering a serene lake surrounded by natural beauty. With a height of 19.5 feet and a length of 250 feet, the dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 370 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 24 acres. Its drainage area of 2.8 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 216 acre-feet make it an essential resource for the community.
Managed by the local government, Narraticon Lake Dam is regulated and inspected by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. The dam's condition is assessed as fair, with a significant hazard potential. Despite its age, the dam has been well-maintained, with the last inspection conducted in September 2019. The dam is equipped with emergency action plans and meets safety guidelines to ensure the protection of surrounding communities in case of a potential breach. Narraticon Lake Dam is a valuable asset for both recreation and water resource management in Gloucester County.
For those interested in water resource management and climate adaptation, Narraticon Lake Dam offers a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of infrastructure, recreation, and environmental stewardship. With its historical significance, recreational value, and critical role in water storage and management, this dam exemplifies the importance of sustainable practices in maintaining and preserving our water resources for future generations. As a significant structure in the Church Run watershed, Narraticon Lake Dam stands as a testament to the ingenuity and foresight of past generations in harnessing the power of water for the benefit of the community.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Narraticon Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Raccoon Creek Near Swedesboro Nj | 15 cfs | → |
| Salem River At Woodstown Nj | 3 cfs | → |
| Chester Creek Near Chester | 33 cfs | → |
| Shellpot Creek At Wilmington | 2 cfs | → |
| Ridley Creek At Media | 11 cfs | → |
| Cobbs Creek At Mt. Moriah Cemetery | 6 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Narraticon Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Crown Point Road Oldmans
- Plant Road Penns Grove
- Hawks Bridge Road 740, Salem County
- Lakeside Avenue 440, Deptford
- Delaware Memorial Bridge Pennsville Township
- Harding Highway Pittsgrove Township
Campgrounds
- Tinicum Island Primitive Campsite
- Yogi Bear Tall Pines Campground
- Parvin State Park
- Lums Pond Youth Camping
- Harmony Hill Wilderness Area Campsite
- Indian Branch Park Campground
Fishing spots
Track Narraticon Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Narraticon Lake Dam
Where does the data for Narraticon Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Narraticon Lake Dam.