New Jersey No Name # 113 Dam

Polhemus Branch· Ocean, New Jersey· Built 1965· Earth· 10 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

New Jersey No Name # 113 Dam is classified as significant hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 17.8% in NJ)
Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage120 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge650 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDNJ00761

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: May 8, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Holiday City Assoc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of New Jersey No Name # 113 Dam?

New Jersey No Name # 113 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 New Jersey No Name # 113 Dam?

New Jersey No Name # 113 Dam is owned by Holiday City Assoc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was New Jersey No Name # 113 Dam built?

New Jersey No Name # 113 Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of New Jersey No Name # 113 Dam?

New Jersey No Name # 113 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 New Jersey No Name # 113 Dam?

New Jersey No Name # 113 Dam has a dam height of 10 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 New Jersey No Name # 113 Dam last inspected?

New Jersey No Name # 113 Dam was last inspected on May 8, 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.