Boyd Dam

BELLSHEAD BRANCH· Escambia, Florida· Built 1940· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Boyd Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 17.7% in FL)
Dam Length320 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)
Year Modified1998
NID IDFL00060

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 23, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

DR. BOYD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Boyd Dam?

Boyd 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 Boyd Dam?

Boyd Dam is owned by DR. BOYD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Boyd Dam built?

Boyd Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Boyd Dam?

Boyd 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 Boyd Dam?

Boyd Dam 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.

When was Boyd Dam last inspected?

Boyd Dam was last inspected on May 23, 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.