Lake Carolyn Dam 2

Leon, Florida· Earth· 6 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Carolyn Dam 2 is classified as high hazard in Florida. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	6 ft (taller than 0.3% in FL)
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	500 acre-ft
Normal Storage	500 acre-ft

Surface Area	83 acres
NID ID	FL50004

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: March 28, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

LAKE CAROLYN HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Carolyn Dam 2?

Lake Carolyn Dam 2 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lake Carolyn Dam 2?

Lake Carolyn Dam 2 is owned by LAKE CAROLYN HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Carolyn Dam 2?

Lake Carolyn Dam 2 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 Lake Carolyn Dam 2?

Lake Carolyn Dam 2 has a dam height of 6 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 Lake Carolyn Dam 2 last inspected?

Lake Carolyn Dam 2 was last inspected on March 28, 2023. 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.