Hilton Dam

BAGGETT CREEK· Okaloosa, Florida· Built 1960· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Hilton Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 43.2% in FL)
Dam Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage89 acre-ft
Normal Storage64 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge935 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDFL00010

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 17, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

CHRISTOPHER STRAIGHT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hilton Dam?

Hilton 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 Hilton Dam?

Hilton Dam is owned by CHRISTOPHER STRAIGHT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hilton Dam built?

Hilton Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Hilton Dam?

Hilton Dam 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 Hilton Dam?

Hilton Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Hilton Dam last inspected?

Hilton Dam was last inspected on May 17, 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.