Lily Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Lily Lake Dam, located in Atlantic County, New Jersey, is a Federal-owned structure managed by the US Fish and Wildlife Service.


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Summary

Constructed in 1910, this earth dam stands at a height of 9 feet and spans 570 feet in length, impounding Doughty Creek to create a recreational reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 58 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, providing visitors with a serene setting for fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Lily Lake Dam has a fair condition assessment as of its last inspection in 2014. The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 67 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 1,079 cubic feet per second. With a risk assessment rating of very high (1), there is a need for ongoing risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam. It is important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to stay informed about the maintenance and operation of Lily Lake Dam to support its continued function and preservation of the surrounding ecosystem.

Years Modified

1999 - Hydraulic

Year Completed

1910

Dam Length

570

Dam Height

9

River Or Stream

Doughty Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

23

Hydraulic Height

9

Drainage Area

3.35

Nid Storage

102

Structural Height

9

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate)

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

9
       
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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.