Coastal Lumber Dam
Key Takeaway
Coastal Lumber Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 43.2% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 212 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00524 |
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
COASTAL LUMBER CO.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Coastal Lumber Dam?
Coastal Lumber 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 Coastal Lumber Dam?
Coastal Lumber Dam is owned by COASTAL LUMBER CO. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coastal Lumber Dam built?
Coastal Lumber Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Coastal Lumber Dam?
Coastal Lumber Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Coastal Lumber Dam?
Coastal Lumber Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Coastal Lumber Dam last inspected?
Coastal Lumber Dam was last inspected on May 21, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.