Oliphants Mill Lake Dam dam
Oliphants Mill Lake Dam
Oliphants Mill Lake Dam, located in Medford Township, New Jersey, is a privately owned dam that serves primarily for recreational purposes. The dam, standing at a height of 11.2 feet and with a length of 200 feet, creates a tranquil lake that covers a surface area of 30 acres. The dam is situated on the Haynes Creek, within the beautiful surroundings of Burlington County, New Jersey.
Although the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently in satisfactory condition, it is regulated by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The last inspection, conducted in July 2010, found the dam to be in good condition. With a normal storage capacity of 90 acre-feet, the dam provides a serene setting for water enthusiasts and nature lovers to enjoy recreational activities in the area.
Despite its private ownership, Oliphants Mill Lake Dam plays a crucial role in the local community by offering a peaceful retreat for residents and visitors alike. The dam's importance lies not only in its recreational value but also in its contribution to the overall water resource management in the region. As climate change continues to impact water resources, dams like Oliphants Mill Lake Dam will play a vital role in ensuring the sustainable use of water for future generations.
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 Oliphants Mill Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Branch Rancocas Creek At Vincentown Nj | 15 cfs | → |
| North Branch Rancocas Creek At Pemberton Nj | 48 cfs | → |
| South Branch Pennsauken Creek At Cherry Hill Nj | 2 cfs | → |
| Cooper River At Haddonfield Nj | 8 cfs | → |
| Greenwood Branch At New Lisbon Nj | 36 cfs | → |
| Great Egg Harbor R Nr Sicklerville Nj | 4 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Oliphants Mill Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Linden Avenue
- Station Avenue
- Tacony Boat Launch
- Frankford Arsenal
- Creek Road Bellmawr
- Lakeside Avenue 440, Deptford
Campgrounds
- Atsion - Wharton State Forest
- Batona Camp
- Lower Forge Camp
- Willow Pond Camp Military - Ft Dix
- Mullica River Campground
- Brendan T Byrne Camp
Fishing spots
Track Oliphants Mill Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Oliphants Mill Lake Dam
Where does the data for Oliphants Mill 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 Low 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 Oliphants Mill Lake Dam.