Owens Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Owens Dam 1 is classified as high hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 24.8% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | FL01021 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
THOMAS PORTER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Owens Dam 1?
Owens Dam 1 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Owens Dam 1?
Owens Dam 1 is owned by THOMAS PORTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Owens Dam 1 built?
Owens Dam 1 was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Owens Dam 1?
Owens Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Owens Dam 1?
Owens Dam 1 has a dam height of 13 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 Owens Dam 1 last inspected?
Owens Dam 1 was last inspected on March 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.