Lake Topanemus Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyMonmouth
River/StreamMcGellaird's Brook
Coordinates40.27610, -74.28592

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length327 ft
Year Completed1915 (111 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage66 acre-ft
Normal Storage66 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerMonmouth County Engineering
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection11/27/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00219
Federal IDNJ00219
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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