Brisco Dam
Key Takeaway
Brisco Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 59.8% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 345 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,152 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00473 |
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
DR. BRISCO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brisco Dam?
Brisco 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 Brisco Dam?
Brisco Dam is owned by DR. BRISCO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brisco Dam built?
Brisco Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Brisco Dam?
Brisco 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 Brisco Dam?
Brisco Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Brisco Dam last inspected?
Brisco Dam was last inspected on May 11, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.