Deer Head Lake Dam
New Jersey — Ocean County — North Branch Forked River
Location
| State | New Jersey |
| County | Ocean |
| River | North Branch Forked River |
| Coordinates | 39.85135, -74.20937 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 9 ft |
| Dam Height | 9 ft |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| NID Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 92 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 12, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Township of Lacey |
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.