Inglis Bypass Spillway & Dam

WITHLACOOCHEE RIVER· Levy, Florida· Earth· 32 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Recreation Water Supply State Government

Key Takeaway

Inglis Bypass Spillway & Dam is classified as high hazard in Florida. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 32 ft (taller than 73.9% in FL)
Dam Length160 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage593 acre-ft
Normal Storage465 acre-ft
Surface Area48 acres
NID IDFL61000

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: April 15, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: FDEP

Ownership

TIITF/ STATE REC & PARKS

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Inglis Bypass Spillway & Dam?

Inglis Bypass Spillway & 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 Inglis Bypass Spillway & Dam?

Inglis Bypass Spillway & Dam is owned by TIITF/ STATE REC & PARKS (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Inglis Bypass Spillway & Dam?

Inglis Bypass Spillway & Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Inglis Bypass Spillway & Dam?

Inglis Bypass Spillway & Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Inglis Bypass Spillway & Dam last inspected?

Inglis Bypass Spillway & Dam was last inspected on April 15, 2016. 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.