Wickapecko Dam

Hollow Brook· Monmouth, New Jersey· Built 1915· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Wickapecko Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1915 and is 111 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 39.5% in NJ)
Dam Length225 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage235 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge731 cfs
Year Completed1915 (111 years old)
NID IDNJ00986

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: December 13, 2001
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Monmouth County Engineering

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wickapecko Dam?

Wickapecko 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 Wickapecko Dam?

Wickapecko Dam is owned by Monmouth County Engineering (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wickapecko Dam built?

Wickapecko Dam was completed in 1915, making it 111 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Wickapecko Dam?

Wickapecko 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 Wickapecko Dam?

Wickapecko 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 Wickapecko Dam last inspected?

Wickapecko Dam was last inspected on December 13, 2001. 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.