Beck Dam
Key Takeaway
Beck Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 43.2% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 120 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00002 |
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
CECIL BECK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beck Dam?
Beck 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 Beck Dam?
Beck Dam is owned by CECIL BECK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beck Dam built?
Beck Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Beck Dam?
Beck Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Beck Dam?
Beck Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Beck Dam last inspected?
Beck Dam was last inspected on May 11, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.