Lake Jakson Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Lake Jakson Dam 1 is classified as unknown in Florida. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 13.4% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 112 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| NID ID | FL50005 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LEON COUNTY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Jakson Dam 1?
Lake Jakson Dam 1 is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Jakson Dam 1?
Lake Jakson Dam 1 is owned by LEON COUNTY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Jakson Dam 1?
Lake Jakson Dam 1 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 Jakson Dam 1?
Lake Jakson Dam 1 has a dam height of 10 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.