Put07

ST. JOHNS RIVER TRIBUTARY· Putnam, Florida· Earth· 6 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Recreation Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Put07 is classified as significant hazard in Florida. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 6 ft (taller than 0.3% in FL)
Dam Length6,851 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage255 acre-ft
Normal Storage157 acre-ft
Surface Area53 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDFL71005

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 8, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SJRWMD

Ownership

Putnam County

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Put07?

Put07 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 Put07?

Put07 is owned by Putnam County (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Put07?

Put07 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Put07?

Put07 has a dam height of 6 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 Put07 last inspected?

Put07 was last inspected on May 8, 2017. 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.