King Edward Dam
Key Takeaway
King Edward Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 48.9% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,440 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00528 |
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
SOSALLA SALLEW, LLC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of King Edward Dam?
King Edward 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 King Edward Dam?
King Edward Dam is owned by SOSALLA SALLEW, LLC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was King Edward Dam built?
King Edward Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 King Edward Dam?
King Edward Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is King Edward Dam?
King Edward 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 King Edward Dam last inspected?
King Edward Dam was last inspected on May 24, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.