Amphibious Lake Dam dam
Amphibious Lake Dam
Amphibious Lake Dam, located in Burlington, New Jersey, is a vital water resource managed by the US Air Force with a primary purpose of recreation. Completed in 1967, this Earth dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a storage capacity of 126 acre-feet, making it a significant structure along the Newbold Run river. With a low hazard potential and a controlled spillway, the dam is designed to ensure the safety of the surrounding area while providing ample recreational opportunities.
The dam's location in Browns Mills, near the city of New Hanover, offers visitors a picturesque setting for activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. The dam's surface area of 13.5 acres and drainage area of 0.62 square miles contribute to its ecological significance in the region. Despite its age, the dam remains well-maintained by the US Air Force, with regular inspections conducted to ensure its structural integrity and safety for the public.
With a very high risk assessment rating of 1, Amphibious Lake Dam is a critical infrastructure managed by the US Air Force to mitigate potential risks and protect the surrounding community. As a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers, the dam serves as a valuable resource for both recreation and water management in the area. Its controlled spillway, low hazard potential, and well-maintained condition make it a model structure for sustainable water resource management in New Jersey.
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 Amphibious Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Greenwood Branch At New Lisbon Nj | 36 cfs | → |
| North Branch Rancocas Creek At Pemberton Nj | 51 cfs | → |
| Mcdonalds Branch In Lebanon State Forest Nj | 1 cfs | → |
| South Branch Rancocas Creek At Vincentown Nj | 16 cfs | → |
| Crosswicks Creek At Extonville Nj | 32 cfs | → |
| Assunpink Creek At Trenton Nj | 30 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Amphibious Lake Dam.
Track Amphibious Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Amphibious Lake Dam
Where does the data for Amphibious 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 Amphibious Lake Dam.