Doctors Lake Dam

DUCK CREEK· Clay, Florida· Earth· 12 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Recreation Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Doctors Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Florida. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 20.6% in FL)
Dam Length3,506 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage144 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area16 sq mi
NID IDFL69005

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 9, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SJRWMD

Ownership

ALLEN LAND GROUP, INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Doctors Lake Dam?

Doctors Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Doctors Lake Dam?

Doctors Lake Dam is owned by ALLEN LAND GROUP, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Doctors Lake Dam?

Doctors Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Doctors Lake Dam?

Doctors Lake Dam 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 Doctors Lake Dam last inspected?

Doctors Lake Dam was last inspected on May 9, 2017. 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.