Lake Stone Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Stone Dam is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 71.1% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 634 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,976 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1995 |
| NID ID | FL00048 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
FLORIDA FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Stone Dam?
Lake Stone 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 Stone Dam?
Lake Stone Dam is owned by FLORIDA FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Stone Dam built?
Lake Stone Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Stone Dam?
Lake Stone Dam 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 Stone Dam?
Lake Stone Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Stone Dam last inspected?
Lake Stone Dam was last inspected on April 4, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.