Lake Jean/Gilbert Pond
Key Takeaway
Lake Jean/Gilbert Pond is classified as high hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. 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 | 14 ft (taller than 28.3% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 214 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 214 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1993 |
| NID ID | FL00122 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
MAJID MAHDAVI NEJAD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Jean/Gilbert Pond?
Lake Jean/Gilbert Pond 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 Jean/Gilbert Pond?
Lake Jean/Gilbert Pond is owned by MAJID MAHDAVI NEJAD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Jean/Gilbert Pond built?
Lake Jean/Gilbert Pond was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Jean/Gilbert Pond?
Lake Jean/Gilbert Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Jean/Gilbert Pond?
Lake Jean/Gilbert Pond 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 Jean/Gilbert Pond last inspected?
Lake Jean/Gilbert Pond was last inspected on May 8, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.