Hankins Pond Dam dam
Hankins Pond Dam
Hankins Pond Dam, located in Millville City, New Jersey, is a state-owned recreational dam on the Maurice River-TR. Standing at a height of 9 feet and with a length of 230 feet, this earth dam provides a storage capacity of 30 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 10 acres. Despite its modest size, the dam plays a significant role in water resource management in the Cumberland County area.
However, recent assessments have indicated that the condition of Hankins Pond Dam is poor, with a significant hazard potential. The last inspection in April 2021 raised concerns about its structural integrity, prompting the need for regular monitoring and potential maintenance or repairs. As a state-regulated structure under the jurisdiction of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), the dam is subject to regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement measures to ensure public safety and environmental protection.
Given its importance for recreation and water storage in the region, Hankins Pond Dam serves as a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and advocate for its maintenance and safety. With its location in a congressional district represented by Jeff Van Drew, stakeholders can engage with local authorities and agencies to address the dam's poor condition and mitigate any potential risks associated with its operation. By staying informed and involved in the management of Hankins Pond Dam, enthusiasts can contribute to the sustainable use of water resources in Cumberland, New Jersey.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Hankins Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Maurice River At Norma Nj | 66 cfs | → |
| Tuckahoe River At Head Of River Nj | 7 cfs | → |
| Cohansey River At Seeley Nj | 18 cfs | → |
| Great Egg Harbor River At Folsom Nj | 31 cfs | → |
| Little Ease Rn Nr Clayton Nj | 2 cfs | → |
| Great Egg Harbor R Nr Blue Anchor Nj | 16 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hankins Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Wma Access Road Cumberland County
- Marshall Drive 35, Cumberland County
- Hansey Creek Road 1304, Cumberland County
- East Broad Street 13, Bridgeton
- Turkey Point Road Cumberland County
Campgrounds
- Parvin State Park
- Belleplain State Forest
- Indian Branch Park Campground
- Yogi Bear Tall Pines Campground
- Frontier Campground
- Whipporwhil Campsite
Fishing spots
Track Hankins Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Hankins Pond Dam
Where does the data for Hankins Pond Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Hankins Pond Dam.