Watson's Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bottom's Lake Dam Clementon Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Watson's Lake Dam in New Jersey, located in Clementon Borough, serves as a crucial water resource and recreational area along the Timber Creek N.
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Summary
Branch. Owned and regulated by the state, this earth dam stands at a height of 14.8 feet and provides a surface area of 2 acres for various recreational activities. Despite its primary purpose being recreation, the dam's hazard potential is deemed significant, with a poor condition assessment as of April 2021.
Managed by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), Watson's Lake Dam undergoes regular state inspections and enforcement to ensure the safety of its surrounding communities. With a drainage area of 0.78 square miles and a storage capacity of 0 acre-feet, the dam presents a vital but potentially risky structure in need of further assessment and risk management measures. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding and monitoring the condition of Watson's Lake Dam is essential for safeguarding its integrity and maintaining its recreational benefits for the local community.
Dam Height |
14.8 |
River Or Stream |
Timber Creek N. Branch |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
0.78 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Watson's Lake Dam