Wells Mill Reservoir Dam

Low HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyOcean
River/StreamOyster Creek
Coordinates39.79385, -74.27642

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height9 ft
Dam Height9 ft
Dam Length330 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage105 acre-ft
Normal Storage105 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCounty of Ocean
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection10/27/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00470
Federal IDNJ00470
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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