Crandon Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Crandon Lake Dam, located in Hampton Township, New Jersey, is a local government-owned structure that serves as a vital resource for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 1959, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans a length of 428 feet, with a storage capacity of 510 acre-feet. Situated on Black Brook, the dam's primary function is to provide recreational opportunities for the community, with a surface area of 70 acres and a normal storage capacity of 230 acre-feet.

Despite its satisfactory condition assessment as of December 2020, Crandon Lake Dam holds a high hazard potential, necessitating regular inspections every two years. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) oversees the state regulation, inspection, and enforcement of this dam to ensure public safety and environmental protection. With a maximum discharge capacity of 840 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the area.

As an essential part of the local infrastructure, Crandon Lake Dam not only provides recreational opportunities for residents but also contributes to water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Sussex County, New Jersey. With its strategic location and operational capacity, this dam serves as a key asset in safeguarding the surrounding community against potential hazards while promoting sustainable water use practices for future generations of water resource and climate enthusiasts.

Year Completed

1959

Dam Length

428

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

Black Brook

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

70

Drainage Area

2.4

Nid Storage

510

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

20
       
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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.