Regency Monroe Pond Dam

Offstream· Middlesex, New Jersey· Earth· 14 ft tall
High Hazard Irrigation Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Regency Monroe Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 Length780 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDNJ01003

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: August 9, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Regency at Monroe Homeowners' Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Regency Monroe Pond Dam?

Regency Monroe Pond 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 Regency Monroe Pond Dam?

Regency Monroe Pond Dam is owned by Regency at Monroe Homeowners' Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Regency Monroe Pond Dam?

Regency Monroe Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Regency Monroe Pond Dam?

Regency Monroe Pond 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 Regency Monroe Pond Dam last inspected?

Regency Monroe Pond Dam was last inspected on August 9, 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.