Pallone Applauds Progress on Deal Lake Dredging Project

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) applauded progress made on the Deal Lake dredging project, which is made possible by federal Sandy relief funds. A federal funding allocation from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resource Conservation Service provided $1.5 million of the total $1.66 million cost of the project. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) provided the remainder. Earlier today, DEP announced that it has awarded the contract for the project.

“I fought hard in Congress for Sandy recovery funds, and I am so glad that they are continuing to go towards projects to rebuild and preserve communities in central New Jersey,” said Congressman Pallone. “When Sandy struck, storm surge sediments were pushed into Deal Lake, making it more flood-prone and restricting access for recreational activities. This project is a major victory for the surrounding community and the many New Jersey residents who visit the lake. I am fully committed to continuing to fight for additional Sandy relief funding to replenish and restore our state.”

When the project is complete roughly 90 days after it begins next month, 12,000 cubic yards of material will be dredged. It will improve recreational access to the lake and help mitigate future flood damages.