Lake Heritage Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Heritage Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 28.3% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00133 |
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
LEON COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Heritage Dam?
Lake Heritage 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 Heritage Dam?
Lake Heritage Dam is owned by LEON COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Heritage Dam built?
Lake Heritage Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Lake Heritage Dam?
Lake Heritage Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Heritage Dam?
Lake Heritage Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Heritage Dam last inspected?
Lake Heritage Dam was last inspected on May 10, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.