Wrights Dam

Davenport Branch of Toms· Ocean, New Jersey· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 31.2% in NJ)
Dam Length635 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage65 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDNJ00053

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: November 7, 2000
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NJDEP

Ownership

Township of Manchester

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wrights Dam?

Wrights 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 Wrights Dam?

Wrights Dam is owned by Township of Manchester (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wrights Dam?

Wrights 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 Wrights Dam?

Wrights Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Wrights Dam last inspected?

Wrights Dam was last inspected on November 7, 2000. 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.