Lake Warner Dam

UNNAMED STREAM· Leon, Florida· Built 1951· Earth· 12 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Warner Dam 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 12 ft (taller than 20.6% in FL)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge120 cfs
Year Completed1951 (75 years old)
NID IDFL01008

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: No
Last Inspection: June 12, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

KATHLEEN SEBASTIAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Warner Dam?

Lake Warner 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 Warner Dam?

Lake Warner Dam is owned by KATHLEEN SEBASTIAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Warner Dam built?

Lake Warner Dam 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 Warner Dam?

Lake Warner 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 Warner Dam?

Lake Warner Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Warner Dam last inspected?

Lake Warner Dam was last inspected on June 12, 2020. 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.