Mounds Pool Dam
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 Length | 20,592 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 450 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00135 |
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
US FISH & WILDLIFE SERVICE
State Government
Nearby Dams
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.