F. Butler Dam

LONG BRANCH· Gadsden, Florida· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

F. Butler Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 31.3% in FL)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge254 cfs
NID IDFL00525

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 22, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

FLETCHER NURSERY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of F. Butler Dam?

F. Butler 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 F. Butler Dam?

F. Butler Dam is owned by FLETCHER NURSERY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of F. Butler Dam?

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

How tall is F. Butler Dam?

F. Butler Dam has a dam height of 15 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 F. Butler Dam last inspected?

F. Butler Dam was last inspected on May 22, 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.