Bergschneider Dam

TR-SHOAL RIVER· Okaloosa, Florida· Built 1966· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Bergschneider Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 71.1% in FL)
Dam Length650 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage30 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge420 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDFL00012

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 19, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

J.H. BERGSCHNEIDER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bergschneider Dam?

Bergschneider 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 Bergschneider Dam?

Bergschneider Dam is owned by J.H. BERGSCHNEIDER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bergschneider Dam built?

Bergschneider Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Bergschneider Dam?

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

How tall is Bergschneider Dam?

Bergschneider Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Bergschneider Dam last inspected?

Bergschneider Dam was last inspected on May 19, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.