Alligator Lake Dam 2

ALLIGATOR LAKE· Columbia, Florida· Earth· 11 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Alligator Lake Dam 2 is classified as unknown in Florida. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 17.7% in FL)
Dam Length3,401 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage7.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage7.0K acre-ft
Surface Area322 acres
NID IDFL59002

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SRWMD

Ownership

CITY OF LAKE CITY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Alligator Lake Dam 2?

Alligator Lake Dam 2 is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Alligator Lake Dam 2?

Alligator Lake Dam 2 is owned by CITY OF LAKE CITY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Alligator Lake Dam 2?

Alligator Lake Dam 2 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Alligator Lake Dam 2?

Alligator Lake Dam 2 has a dam height of 11 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.