Limestone Branch Dam No. 1
Key Takeaway
Limestone Branch Dam No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 31.3% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 120 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00544 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
PATRICIA GILMORE
Private
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Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Limestone Branch Dam No. 1?
Limestone Branch Dam No. 1 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 Limestone Branch Dam No. 1?
Limestone Branch Dam No. 1 is owned by PATRICIA GILMORE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Limestone Branch Dam No. 1 built?
Limestone Branch Dam No. 1 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Limestone Branch Dam No. 1?
Limestone Branch Dam No. 1 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 Limestone Branch Dam No. 1?
Limestone Branch Dam No. 1 has a dam height of 15 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 Limestone Branch Dam No. 1 last inspected?
Limestone Branch Dam No. 1 was last inspected on May 23, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.