Morris Dam
Key Takeaway
Morris Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 13.4% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 90 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00492 |
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
ROBERT MORRIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Morris Dam?
Morris 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 Morris Dam?
Morris Dam is owned by ROBERT MORRIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morris Dam built?
Morris Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Morris Dam?
Morris Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Morris Dam?
Morris Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Morris Dam last inspected?
Morris Dam was last inspected on May 23, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.