Peace River Reservoir #2

PEACE RIVER· DeSoto, Florida· Built 2009· Earth· 37 ft tall
High Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Peace River Reservoir #2 is classified as high hazard in Florida. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 37 ft (taller than 78.8% in FL)
Dam Length19,820 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage25.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage18.4K acre-ft
Surface Area650 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed2009 (17 years old)
NID IDFL32004

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: July 29, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: FDEP

Ownership

PEACE RIVER MANASOTA REGIONAL WATER SUPPLY AUTHORITY

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Peace River Reservoir #2?

Peace River Reservoir #2 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 Peace River Reservoir #2?

Peace River Reservoir #2 is owned by PEACE RIVER MANASOTA REGIONAL WATER SUPPLY AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Peace River Reservoir #2 built?

Peace River Reservoir #2 was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Peace River Reservoir #2?

Peace River Reservoir #2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Peace River Reservoir #2?

Peace River Reservoir #2 has a dam height of 37 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 Peace River Reservoir #2 last inspected?

Peace River Reservoir #2 was last inspected on July 29, 2014. 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.