Butler 1 Irp

KISSIMMEE RIVER - OS· Highlands, Florida· Built 1989· Earth· 6 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Butler 1 Irp is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 6 ft (taller than 0.3% in FL)
Dam Length6,110 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage165 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge27 cfs
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)
NID IDFL83663

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: April 1, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: FDEP

Ownership

BUTLER DAIRY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Butler 1 Irp?

Butler 1 Irp 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 Butler 1 Irp?

Butler 1 Irp is owned by BUTLER DAIRY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Butler 1 Irp built?

Butler 1 Irp was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Butler 1 Irp?

Butler 1 Irp 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 Butler 1 Irp?

Butler 1 Irp has a dam height of 6 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 Butler 1 Irp last inspected?

Butler 1 Irp was last inspected on April 1, 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.