Casa Linda Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Casa Linda Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1943 and is 83 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 24.8% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 74 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1943 (83 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2006 |
| NID ID | FL00703 |
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
DOD USN
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Casa Linda Lake Dam?
Casa Linda Lake 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 Casa Linda Lake Dam?
Casa Linda Lake Dam is owned by DOD USN (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Casa Linda Lake Dam built?
Casa Linda Lake Dam was completed in 1943, making it 83 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 Casa Linda Lake Dam?
Casa Linda Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Casa Linda Lake Dam?
Casa Linda Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Casa Linda Lake Dam last inspected?
Casa Linda Lake Dam was last inspected on January 14, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.