Moore Dam
Key Takeaway
Moore 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 | 12 ft (taller than 20.6% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 848 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00462 |
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
GENE MOORE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Moore Dam?
Moore 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 Moore Dam?
Moore Dam is owned by GENE MOORE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moore Dam built?
Moore 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 Moore Dam?
Moore 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 Moore Dam?
Moore Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Moore Dam last inspected?
Moore Dam was last inspected on May 10, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.