Burnt Bog Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Burnt Bog Dam located in Medford Township, Burlington, New Jersey, is a private dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This earth and gravity dam stands at 14 feet in height and spans 250 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 123 acre-feet. The dam sits on the Cedar Run river and has a drainage area of 0.45 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 172 cubic feet per second.
Despite its low hazard potential, Burnt Bog Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in November 2018, revealing a satisfactory condition. The dam is regulated by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), ensuring compliance with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. While the dam does not fall under the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers, its maintenance and operation contribute to the local recreational and environmental landscape, offering a peaceful retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
Cedar Run |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Drainage Area |
0.45 |
Nid Storage |
123 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
14 |
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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.
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Atsion - Wharton State Forest
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Batona Camp
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Lower Forge Camp
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Burnt Bog Dam