E. King Dam

BRUCE CREEK· Walton, Florida· Built 1961· Earth· 20 ft tall

Key Takeaway

E. King Dam is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 48.9% in FL)
Dam Length800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage280 acre-ft
Normal Storage238 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge96 cfs
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)
NID IDFL00033

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 15, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

C.J. KING

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of E. King Dam?

E. King 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 E. King Dam?

E. King Dam is owned by C.J. KING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was E. King Dam built?

E. King Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 E. King Dam?

E. King Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, 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 E. King Dam?

E. King Dam has a dam height of 20 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 E. King Dam last inspected?

E. King Dam was last inspected on May 15, 2023. 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.