Lake Glenda Dam

LAKE LELIA· Highlands, Florida· Earth· 9 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Glenda Dam is classified as significant hazard in Florida. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 10.3% in FL)
Dam Length80 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage975 acre-ft
Normal Storage352 acre-ft
Surface Area176 acres
NID IDFL25500

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 2, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: FDEP

Ownership

SOUTH FLORIDA COMMUNITY

Private

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Glenda Dam?

Lake Glenda Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lake Glenda Dam?

Lake Glenda Dam is owned by SOUTH FLORIDA COMMUNITY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Glenda Dam?

Lake Glenda Dam 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 Glenda Dam?

Lake Glenda Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Glenda Dam last inspected?

Lake Glenda Dam was last inspected on June 2, 2016. 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.