Burnett Dam
Key Takeaway
Burnett Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 31.3% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 315 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 90 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00489 |
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
W.A. BURNETT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Burnett Dam?
Burnett 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 Burnett Dam?
Burnett Dam is owned by W.A. BURNETT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burnett Dam built?
Burnett Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Burnett Dam?
Burnett Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Burnett Dam?
Burnett Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Burnett Dam last inspected?
Burnett Dam was last inspected on May 21, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.