New Camp Site Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Watson's Lake Dam Clementon Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
New Camp Site Dam, located in Clementon, New Jersey, is a privately owned structure on the North Branch Big Timber Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1946 for recreational purposes, this earth dam stands at 15 feet high and stretches 550 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently in fair condition, last assessed in December 2021.
Managed by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, the dam is regularly inspected every four years to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations. With a normal storage capacity of 74 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 420 cubic feet per second, New Camp Site Dam serves as a key recreational site in Camden County. Despite its age, the dam continues to provide valuable water resources for the local community.
Situated in Pine Hill Borough, New Camp Site Dam offers a serene getaway for outdoor enthusiasts and climate advocates alike. With its picturesque surroundings and vital role in water management, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable resource utilization and recreational infrastructure in New Jersey.
Year Completed |
1946 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
North Branch Big Timber Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Drainage Area |
2.9 |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
New Camp Site Dam