Ireland Dam
Key Takeaway
Ireland Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 48.9% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 45 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1999 |
| NID ID | FL00125 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
FOSHALEE PLANT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ireland Dam?
Ireland 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 Ireland Dam?
Ireland Dam is owned by FOSHALEE PLANT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ireland Dam built?
Ireland Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Ireland Dam?
Ireland Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ireland Dam?
Ireland Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Ireland Dam last inspected?
Ireland Dam was last inspected on May 21, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.