Herbert Hicks Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Herbert Hicks Dam 1 is classified as high hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 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 | 19 ft (taller than 47% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 90 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00051 |
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
MATTHEW TERRY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Herbert Hicks Dam 1?
Herbert Hicks 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 Herbert Hicks Dam 1?
Herbert Hicks Dam 1 is owned by MATTHEW TERRY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Herbert Hicks Dam 1 built?
Herbert Hicks Dam 1 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Herbert Hicks Dam 1?
Herbert Hicks 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 Herbert Hicks Dam 1?
Herbert Hicks Dam 1 has a dam height of 19 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 Herbert Hicks Dam 1 last inspected?
Herbert Hicks Dam 1 was last inspected on September 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.