Kennedy Dam

TR-E FORK COLDWATER· Santa Rosa, Florida· Built 1972· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Kennedy Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 40.8% in FL)
Dam Length490 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage340 acre-ft
Normal Storage260 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge270 cfs
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDFL00456

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: May 22, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

M.C. KENNEDY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kennedy Dam?

Kennedy 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 Kennedy Dam?

Kennedy Dam is owned by M.C. KENNEDY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kennedy Dam built?

Kennedy Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Kennedy Dam?

Kennedy 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 Kennedy Dam?

Kennedy Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Kennedy Dam last inspected?

Kennedy Dam was last inspected on May 22, 1994. 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.