Lake Fretwell Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Fretwell Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 71.1% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| NID ID | FL67001 |
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
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Fretwell Dam?
Lake Fretwell 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 Lake Fretwell Dam?
Lake Fretwell Dam is owned by CITY OF JACKSONVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Fretwell Dam?
Lake Fretwell Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Fretwell Dam?
Lake Fretwell Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Fretwell Dam last inspected?
Lake Fretwell Dam was last inspected on May 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.