Hood S Dam

REEDY CREEK· Holmes, Florida· Built 1959· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Hood S Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 31.3% in FL)
Dam Length380 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage945 acre-ft
Normal Storage560 acre-ft
Surface Area90 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge551 cfs
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDFL00076

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 18, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

FAYE HOOD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hood S Dam?

Hood S 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 Hood S Dam?

Hood S Dam is owned by FAYE HOOD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hood S Dam built?

Hood S Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Hood S Dam?

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

How tall is Hood S Dam?

Hood S 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 Hood S Dam last inspected?

Hood S Dam was last inspected on May 18, 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.