Prescott Dam
Key Takeaway
Prescott Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 13.4% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 132 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00073 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
GARY & JOAN TINSLEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Prescott Dam?
Prescott 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 Prescott Dam?
Prescott Dam is owned by GARY & JOAN TINSLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Prescott Dam built?
Prescott Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Prescott Dam?
Prescott Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Prescott Dam?
Prescott Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Prescott Dam last inspected?
Prescott Dam was last inspected on May 17, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.