Lee Dam

POLLEY CREEK· Okaloosa, Florida· Built 1971· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Lee Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 24.8% in FL)
Dam Length625 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage87 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge600 cfs
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDFL00006

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 15, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

JAMES LEE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lee Dam?

Lee Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lee Dam?

Lee Dam is owned by JAMES LEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lee Dam built?

Lee Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Lee Dam?

Lee Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lee Dam?

Lee Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Lee Dam last inspected?

Lee Dam was last inspected on May 15, 1994. 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.