Assunpink #19 Dam

Assunpink Creek· Monmouth, New Jersey· Earth· 36 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Assunpink #19 Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 36 ft (taller than 94.2% in NJ)
Dam Length715 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage490 acre-ft
Surface Area56 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge120 cfs
NID IDNJ00453

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: June 21, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Division of Fish & Wildlife

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Assunpink #19 Dam?

Assunpink #19 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Assunpink #19 Dam?

Assunpink #19 Dam is owned by Division of Fish & Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Assunpink #19 Dam?

Assunpink #19 Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Assunpink #19 Dam?

Assunpink #19 Dam has a dam height of 36 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Assunpink #19 Dam last inspected?

Assunpink #19 Dam was last inspected on June 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.