Tinton Manor Dam

Jumping Brook· Monmouth, New Jersey· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Tinton Manor Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 39.5% in NJ)
Dam Length50 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDNJ00871

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 17, 1997
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

My-Ben Associates

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tinton Manor Dam?

Tinton Manor 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 Tinton Manor Dam?

Tinton Manor Dam is owned by My-Ben Associates (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Tinton Manor Dam?

Tinton Manor 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 Tinton Manor Dam?

Tinton Manor Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Tinton Manor Dam last inspected?

Tinton Manor Dam was last inspected on July 17, 1997. 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.