Mounds Pool Dam

HORNS CREEK· Wakulla, Florida· Built 1941· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Mounds Pool Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 13.4% in FL)
Dam Length20,592 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage3.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage2.1K acre-ft
Surface Area450 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1941 (85 years old)
NID IDFL00135

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 12, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

US FISH & WILDLIFE SERVICE

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mounds Pool Dam?

Mounds Pool 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 Mounds Pool Dam?

Mounds Pool Dam is owned by US FISH & WILDLIFE SERVICE (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mounds Pool Dam built?

Mounds Pool Dam was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 Mounds Pool Dam?

Mounds Pool Dam serves the following purposes: Other, 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 Mounds Pool Dam?

Mounds Pool 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 Mounds Pool Dam last inspected?

Mounds Pool Dam was last inspected on May 12, 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.