Wildlife Drive Dike Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Wildlife Drive Dike, located in Atlantic County, New Jersey, is a crucial Earth dam that serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond managed by the Fish and Wildlife Service.


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Summary

Completed in 1959, this dike stands at 12 feet tall and stretches 30,000 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 3,827 acre-feet. It is situated along Doughty Creek and falls under the jurisdiction of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP).

Despite its important role in managing water resources for wildlife conservation, Wildlife Drive Dike is currently assessed as being in poor condition, posing a very high risk level. The dam's hazard potential is classified as low, but its structural integrity and overall maintenance warrant attention. The last inspection in 2014 revealed the need for improvements, particularly in terms of its emergency action plan and risk management measures.

Given the critical function of Wildlife Drive Dike in protecting the surrounding habitat and wildlife, it is imperative that necessary upgrades and maintenance be carried out to ensure its safety and efficiency. Climate and water resource enthusiasts should monitor developments related to this structure to support its preservation and effective operation in the face of potential environmental challenges.

Years Modified

1997 - Hydraulic

Year Completed

1959

Dam Length

30000

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

Doughty Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

855

Hydraulic Height

12

Drainage Area

5.64

Nid Storage

3827

Structural Height

12

Outlet Gates

Other Controlled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

12
       
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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.