Peavy Dam

TR-MILL CREEK· Gadsden, Florida· Built 1968· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Peavy Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 56.2% in FL)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge110 cfs
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDFL00111

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 13, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

KELLY PHILLIPS, ROBERT LESTER HARRISON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Peavy Dam?

Peavy 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 Peavy Dam?

Peavy Dam is owned by KELLY PHILLIPS, ROBERT LESTER HARRISON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Peavy Dam built?

Peavy Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Peavy Dam?

Peavy Dam 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 Peavy Dam?

Peavy Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Peavy Dam last inspected?

Peavy Dam was last inspected on May 13, 1994. 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.