Deal Lake Dam

Hog Swamp Brook· Monmouth, New Jersey· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Deal Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 25.9% in NJ)
Dam Length850 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage576 acre-ft
Surface Area144 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge372 cfs
NID IDNJ00613

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 31, 2001
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

City of Asbury Park

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Deal Lake Dam?

Deal Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Deal Lake Dam?

Deal Lake Dam is owned by City of Asbury Park (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Deal Lake Dam?

Deal Lake 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 Deal Lake Dam?

Deal Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Deal Lake Dam last inspected?

Deal Lake Dam was last inspected on July 31, 2001. 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.