Shay Lake Dam

Flat Brook-TR· Sussex, New Jersey· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 83.4% in NJ)
Dam Length475 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage64 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge70 cfs
NID IDNJ00266

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 5, 2005
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Division of Parks and Forestry

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Shay Lake Dam?

Shay 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 Shay Lake Dam?

Shay Lake Dam is owned by Division of Parks and Forestry (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Shay Lake Dam?

Shay 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 Shay Lake Dam?

Shay Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Shay Lake Dam last inspected?

Shay Lake Dam was last inspected on July 5, 2005. 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.