Oak Woodlands Dam
Key Takeaway
Oak Woodlands Dam is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 3.4% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 216 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 216 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1993 |
| NID ID | FL69007 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
OAK WOODLANDS PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Oak Woodlands Dam?
Oak Woodlands Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Oak Woodlands Dam?
Oak Woodlands Dam is owned by OAK WOODLANDS PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oak Woodlands Dam built?
Oak Woodlands Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Oak Woodlands Dam?
Oak Woodlands Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Oak Woodlands Dam?
Oak Woodlands Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Oak Woodlands Dam last inspected?
Oak Woodlands Dam was last inspected on May 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.