Apopka-Beauclair Lock and Dam
Key Takeaway
Apopka-Beauclair Lock and Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 10.3% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 201.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30,909 acres |
| NID ID | FL20500 |
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
SJRWMD
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Apopka-Beauclair Lock and Dam?
Apopka-Beauclair Lock and 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 Apopka-Beauclair Lock and Dam?
Apopka-Beauclair Lock and Dam is owned by SJRWMD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Apopka-Beauclair Lock and Dam?
Apopka-Beauclair Lock and Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Apopka-Beauclair Lock and Dam?
Apopka-Beauclair Lock and Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Apopka-Beauclair Lock and Dam last inspected?
Apopka-Beauclair Lock and Dam was last inspected on March 26, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.