Martin & Day Dam

TR-TRAMMEL CREEK· Okaloosa, Florida· Built 1970· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Martin & Day Dam 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 14 ft (taller than 28.3% in FL)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage92 acre-ft
Normal Storage79 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge510 cfs
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDFL00011

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 18, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

ROBERT L. MARTIN (KENNETH E. CHARETTE)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Martin & Day Dam?

Martin & Day 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 Martin & Day Dam?

Martin & Day Dam is owned by ROBERT L. MARTIN (KENNETH E. CHARETTE) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Martin & Day Dam built?

Martin & Day 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 Martin & Day Dam?

Martin & Day 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 Martin & Day Dam?

Martin & Day Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Martin & Day Dam last inspected?

Martin & Day Dam was last inspected on May 18, 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.