Fountain House Dam
New Jersey — Sussex County — Shimmers Brook
Location
| State | New Jersey |
| County | Sussex |
| River | Shimmers Brook |
| Coordinates | 41.29687, -74.72432 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Length | 30 ft |
| NID Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | — |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 18, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1956 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Fountain House |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.