Turn Mill Pond Dam

South Run-TR· Ocean, New Jersey· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Turn Mill Pond 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 Length2,200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage115 acre-ft
Surface Area58 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge266 cfs
NID IDNJ00852

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: June 22, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Division of Fish & Wildlife

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Turn Mill Pond Dam?

Turn Mill Pond 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 Turn Mill Pond Dam?

Turn Mill Pond Dam is owned by Division of Fish & Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Turn Mill Pond Dam?

Turn Mill Pond 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 Turn Mill Pond Dam?

Turn Mill Pond 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 Turn Mill Pond Dam last inspected?

Turn Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on June 22, 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.