Swimming River Reservoir Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyMonmouth
Nearest CityRed Bank
River/StreamRobins Swamp Brook
Coordinates40.31978, -74.11423

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height45 ft
Dam Height45 ft
Dam Length2,400 ft
Year Completed1901 (125 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage14,300 acre-ft
Max Storage14,300 acre-ft
Normal Storage8,000 acre-ft
Surface Area557 acres
Drainage Area48 sq mi
Max Discharge27,530 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerNew Jersey-American Water Company
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection03/01/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00082
Federal IDNJ00082
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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