Stafford Forge Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyOcean
River/StreamWestcunk Creek
Coordinates39.66668, -74.32038

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height9 ft
Dam Height9 ft
Dam Length1,275 ft
Year Completed1944 (82 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage138 acre-ft
Normal Storage138 acre-ft
Surface Area50 acres
Drainage Area17 sq mi
Max Discharge2,750 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerDivision of Fish & Wildlife
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/26/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00059
Federal IDNJ00059
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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