Clubhouse Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 8, 2025

Clubhouse Lake Dam, located in Jackson Township, New Jersey, is a Federal-owned structure managed by the US Air Force for recreation purposes.


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Summary

This earth dam, with a height of 14 feet and a length of 490 feet, serves as a recreational resource for the local community. With a normal storage capacity of 110 acre-feet, the dam also provides flood protection along the N Ruckels Branch.

Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is subject to regular state inspections and enforcement by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. The dam's risk assessment indicates a moderate risk level, prompting the need for ongoing risk management measures. While the condition assessment and emergency action plan details are not currently available, the dam's management by the US Air Force ensures a proactive approach to maintaining its safety and functionality. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Clubhouse Lake Dam represents a unique intersection of recreation, environmental stewardship, and infrastructure management in the heart of Ocean County, New Jersey.

Dam Length

490

Dam Height

14

River Or Stream

N RUCKELS BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

20

Drainage Area

1.3

Nid Storage

176

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

14
       
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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.