Evans Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Evans Pond Dam, located in Haddonfield, New Jersey, was completed in 1913 for the primary purpose of recreation along the Cooper River.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 7 feet and has a length of 62 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 164 acre-feet. The dam is considered significant in terms of hazard potential, with a poor condition assessment as of July 2020.

Despite its recreational importance, Evans Pond Dam is in need of attention due to its poor condition. The dam's last inspection in July 2020 revealed potential risks, prompting the need for regular monitoring and maintenance. The dam's emergency action plan was last revised in January 2021, indicating efforts to improve its safety measures.

As a critical infrastructure for the community, Evans Pond Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of water resource management and climate resilience. With its historical significance and recreational value, it is essential to prioritize the safety and maintenance of this dam to ensure the well-being of the surrounding area and its residents.

Year Completed

1913

Dam Length

62

Dam Height

7

River Or Stream

Cooper River

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

22

Drainage Area

18

Nid Storage

164

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

7
       
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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.