Bush Dam
Key Takeaway
Bush Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 31.3% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 930 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 593 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00491 |
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
JOSEPH & DONNA ROSS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bush Dam?
Bush 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 Bush Dam?
Bush Dam is owned by JOSEPH & DONNA ROSS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bush Dam built?
Bush Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Bush Dam?
Bush 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 Bush Dam?
Bush 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 Bush Dam last inspected?
Bush Dam was last inspected on May 22, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.