Shongum Lake Dam
New Jersey — Morris County — Den Brook
Location
| State | New Jersey |
| County | Morris |
| River | Den Brook |
| Coordinates | 40.84777, -74.53433 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| NID Storage | 467 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 467 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 66 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | January 12, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1923 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Shongum Lake Property Owners Association |
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.