Manahawkin Lake Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyOcean
Nearest CityManahawkin
River/StreamMill Creek
Coordinates39.69623, -74.25948

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length900 ft
Year Completed1929 (97 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage127 acre-ft
Normal Storage127 acre-ft
Surface Area54 acres
Drainage Area19 sq mi
Max Discharge1,908 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCounty of Ocean
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection09/15/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00057
Federal IDNJ00057
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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