Wells Mill Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Wells Mill Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12.9% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| NID ID | NJ00470 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
County of Ocean
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wells Mill Reservoir Dam?
Wells Mill Reservoir 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 Wells Mill Reservoir Dam?
Wells Mill Reservoir Dam is owned by County of Ocean (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Wells Mill Reservoir Dam?
Wells Mill Reservoir 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 Wells Mill Reservoir Dam?
Wells Mill Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Wells Mill Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Wells Mill Reservoir Dam was last inspected on October 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.