Holly Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Holly Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Florida. 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 | 14 ft (taller than 28.3% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 409 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 312 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
| NID ID | FL40001 |
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
Holley Lake Property Owner AS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Holly Lake Dam?
Holly Lake Dam 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 Holly Lake Dam?
Holly Lake Dam is owned by Holley Lake Property Owner AS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Holly Lake Dam?
Holly Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Holly Lake Dam last inspected?
Holly Lake Dam was last inspected on May 3, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.