Lake Riviera Dam

Kettle Creek· Ocean, New Jersey· Earth· 11 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Lake Riviera 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 11 ft (taller than 25.9% in NJ)
Dam Length1,750 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge548 cfs
NID IDNJ00036

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: March 1, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Township of Brick

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Riviera Dam?

Lake Riviera 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 Lake Riviera Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Lake Riviera Dam?

Lake Riviera 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 Riviera Dam?

Lake Riviera 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 Lake Riviera Dam last inspected?

Lake Riviera Dam was last inspected on March 1, 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.