Wreck Pond Dam

Wreck Pond Brook· Monmouth, New Jersey· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Wreck Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 72.4% in NJ)
Dam Length375 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage500 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge750 cfs
NID IDNJ00094

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: May 6, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Borough of Sea Girt

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wreck Pond Dam?

Wreck 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 Wreck Pond Dam?

Wreck Pond Dam is owned by Borough of Sea Girt (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wreck Pond Dam?

Wreck 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 Wreck Pond Dam?

Wreck Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Wreck Pond Dam last inspected?

Wreck Pond Dam was last inspected on May 6, 2014. 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.