Litvak Dam
Key Takeaway
Litvak Dam is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 43.2% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 254 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00053 |
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
J. MICHAEL JASPER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Litvak Dam?
Litvak Dam 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 Litvak Dam?
Litvak Dam is owned by J. MICHAEL JASPER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Litvak Dam built?
Litvak Dam 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 Litvak Dam?
Litvak Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Litvak Dam?
Litvak Dam has a dam height of 18 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.