Alberta Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Alberta Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 37.7% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 227 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 233 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1999 |
| NID ID | FL00128 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
W.E. EDGE, SR.
Private
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Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Alberta Lake Dam?
Alberta Lake 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 Alberta Lake Dam?
Alberta Lake Dam is owned by W.E. EDGE, SR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Alberta Lake Dam built?
Alberta Lake Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Alberta Lake Dam?
Alberta Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Alberta Lake Dam?
Alberta Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Alberta Lake Dam last inspected?
Alberta Lake Dam was last inspected on May 23, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.