Cedar Run Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Cedar Run Lake Dam, located in Burlington, New Jersey, serves as a vital recreational resource in Southampton Township.


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Summary

With a modest height of 13 feet and a length of 450 feet, this earth dam holds a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet, providing a serene surface area of 20 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. Friendship Creek flows nearby, adding to the picturesque setting of this dam.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Cedar Run Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition according to its last inspection in June 2020. Despite its relatively small size, the dam plays a crucial role in providing flood protection and water storage for the surrounding area. The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, offering a peaceful retreat for visitors to engage in various water activities.

With its location in a beautiful natural setting and its importance for flood control and recreation, Cedar Run Lake Dam stands as a valuable asset to the community. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the maintenance and monitoring of dams like Cedar Run Lake Dam are essential to ensure their continued functionality and safety for future generations of water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.

Dam Length

450

Dam Height

13

River Or Stream

Friendship Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

20

Drainage Area

32

Nid Storage

200

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

13
       
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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.