Orange Lake Weir
Key Takeaway
Orange Lake Weir is classified as significant hazard in Florida. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 31.3% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 285 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 143.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7,278 acres |
| NID ID | FL64002 |
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
Unknown
State Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Orange Lake Weir?
Orange Lake Weir 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 Orange Lake Weir?
Orange Lake Weir is owned by Unknown (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Orange Lake Weir?
Orange Lake Weir serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Orange Lake Weir?
Orange Lake Weir has a dam height of 15 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 Orange Lake Weir last inspected?
Orange Lake Weir was last inspected on June 1, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.