Deer Head Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyOcean
Nearest CityForked River
River/StreamNorth Branch Forked River
Coordinates39.85135, -74.20937

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height9 ft
Dam Height9 ft
Dam Length660 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage350 acre-ft
Max Storage350 acre-ft
Normal Storage220 acre-ft
Surface Area92 acres
Drainage Area13 sq mi
Max Discharge495 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTownship of Lacey
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection03/12/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00789
Federal IDNJ00789
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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