James Robert Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
James Robert Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 28.3% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 149 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 356 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00014 |
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
NWFWMD
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of James Robert Lake Dam?
James Robert Lake 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 James Robert Lake Dam?
James Robert Lake Dam is owned by NWFWMD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was James Robert Lake Dam built?
James Robert Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 James Robert Lake Dam?
James Robert Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is James Robert Lake Dam?
James Robert Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 James Robert Lake Dam last inspected?
James Robert Lake Dam was last inspected on May 21, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.