Collins Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Collins Dam 1 is classified as high hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 20.6% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 339 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00089 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JOE COLLINS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Collins Dam 1?
Collins Dam 1 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Collins Dam 1?
Collins Dam 1 is owned by JOE COLLINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Collins Dam 1 built?
Collins Dam 1 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Collins Dam 1?
Collins Dam 1 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 Collins Dam 1?
Collins Dam 1 has a dam height of 12 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 Collins Dam 1 last inspected?
Collins Dam 1 was last inspected on March 24, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.