Inglis Bypass & Spillway

WITHLACOOCHEE· Levy, Florida· Built 1909· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Other State Government

Key Takeaway

Inglis Bypass & Spillway is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1909 and is 117 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 56.2% in FL)
Dam Length51,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage0 acre-ft
Normal Storage33.6K acre-ft
Surface Area35,000 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1909 (117 years old)
NID IDFL00141

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: August 24, 1996
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SWFWMD

Ownership

STATE

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Inglis Bypass & Spillway?

Inglis Bypass & Spillway 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 Inglis Bypass & Spillway?

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

When was Inglis Bypass & Spillway built?

Inglis Bypass & Spillway was completed in 1909, making it 117 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 Inglis Bypass & Spillway?

Inglis Bypass & Spillway serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Inglis Bypass & Spillway?

Inglis Bypass & Spillway has a dam height of 21 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 last inspected?

Inglis Bypass & Spillway was last inspected on August 24, 1996. 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.