Campbell Dam

CAMPBELLS MILL CREEK· Okaloosa, Florida· Built 1971· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Campbell Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 28.3% in FL)
Dam Length480 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge180 cfs
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDFL00465

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 13, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

FARRIN CAMPBELL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Campbell Dam?

Campbell 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 Campbell Dam?

Campbell Dam is owned by FARRIN CAMPBELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Campbell Dam built?

Campbell Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Campbell Dam?

Campbell Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Campbell Dam?

Campbell Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Campbell Dam last inspected?

Campbell Dam was last inspected on May 13, 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.