Edge Dam

LAKE MICCOSUKEE· Leon, Florida· Built 1950· Earth· 20 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Edge Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 48.9% in FL)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage59 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge254 cfs
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
Year Modified1999
NID IDFL00537

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 16, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

W.E. EDGE, JR.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Edge Dam?

Edge 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 Edge Dam?

Edge Dam is owned by W.E. EDGE, JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Edge Dam built?

Edge Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Edge Dam?

Edge Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Edge Dam?

Edge 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 Edge Dam last inspected?

Edge Dam was last inspected on May 16, 1994. 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.