Joe Budd
Key Takeaway
Joe Budd is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 75.5% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 196 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1996 |
| NID ID | FL00520 |
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 Joe Budd?
Joe Budd 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 Joe Budd?
Joe Budd is owned by NWFWMD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Joe Budd built?
Joe Budd was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Joe Budd?
Joe Budd serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Joe Budd?
Joe Budd has a dam height of 35 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 Joe Budd last inspected?
Joe Budd was last inspected on March 9, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.