Leslie Heifner
Key Takeaway
Leslie Heifner is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 24.8% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 68 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 4.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 400 acres |
| Drainage Area | 995 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | FL18000 |
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
SWFWMD
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Leslie Heifner?
Leslie Heifner 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 Leslie Heifner?
Leslie Heifner is owned by SWFWMD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leslie Heifner built?
Leslie Heifner was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Leslie Heifner?
Leslie Heifner serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Leslie Heifner?
Leslie Heifner 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 Leslie Heifner last inspected?
Leslie Heifner was last inspected on April 20, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.