Perkins Dam

TR-LAKE MICCOSUKEE· Jefferson, Florida· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Perkins Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 20.6% in FL)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage67 acre-ft
Normal Storage34 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge720 cfs
NID IDFL00539

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 18, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

L.H. PERKINS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Perkins Dam?

Perkins 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 Perkins Dam?

Perkins Dam is owned by L.H. PERKINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Perkins Dam?

Perkins Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Perkins Dam?

Perkins Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Perkins Dam last inspected?

Perkins Dam was last inspected on May 18, 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.