Lake Jean/Gilbert Pond

GILBERT POND· Leon, Florida· Built 1951· Earth· 14 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

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 Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage214 acre-ft
Normal Storage214 acre-ft
Surface Area38 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge300 cfs
Year Completed1951 (75 years old)
Year Modified1993
NID IDFL00122

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 8, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

MAJID MAHDAVI NEJAD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.