Lake Louise Dam

Branch of Haystack Brook· Monmouth, New Jersey· Earth· 14 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Lake Louise Dam is classified as high hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	14 ft (taller than 46.2% in NJ)
Dam Length	230 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Normal Storage	65 acre-ft

Surface Area	17 acres
Drainage Area	2 sq mi
NID ID	NJ00596

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: March 12, 2021

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Howell Township

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Louise Dam?

Lake Louise Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lake Louise Dam?

Lake Louise Dam is owned by Howell Township (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Louise Dam?

Lake Louise 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 Lake Louise Dam?

Lake Louise Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Lake Louise Dam last inspected?

Lake Louise Dam was last inspected on March 12, 2021. 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.