Pendery Dam
Key Takeaway
Pendery Dam is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 61.4% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 132 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00029 |
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
JACK PENDERY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pendery Dam?
Pendery 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 Pendery Dam?
Pendery Dam is owned by JACK PENDERY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pendery Dam built?
Pendery Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Pendery Dam?
Pendery Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, 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 Pendery Dam?
Pendery Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Pendery Dam last inspected?
Pendery Dam was last inspected on May 5, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.