Lake Victor Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Victor Dam is classified as high hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 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 | 36 ft (taller than 78% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 785 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 671 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00074 |
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
FLORIDA FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION
State Government
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Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Victor Dam?
Lake Victor Dam 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 Victor Dam?
Lake Victor 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 Victor Dam built?
Lake Victor Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Victor Dam?
Lake Victor 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 Victor Dam?
Lake Victor Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Victor Dam last inspected?
Lake Victor Dam was last inspected on March 9, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.