International Paper Company Dam

ELEVEN MILE CREEK· Escambia, Florida· Earth· 18 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

International Paper Company Dam is classified as significant hazard in Florida. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 43.2% in FL)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage4.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage3.6K acre-ft
Surface Area240 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDFL00055

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of International Paper Company Dam?

International Paper Company Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates International Paper Company Dam?

International Paper Company Dam is owned by INTERNATIONAL PAPER CO. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of International Paper Company Dam?

International Paper Company Dam 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 International Paper Company Dam?

International Paper Company 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.

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.