Rivard Dam
Key Takeaway
Rivard Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 37.7% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 701 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00485 |
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
CHARLES RIVARD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rivard Dam?
Rivard 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 Rivard Dam?
Rivard Dam is owned by CHARLES RIVARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rivard Dam built?
Rivard Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Rivard Dam?
Rivard 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 Rivard Dam?
Rivard Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Rivard Dam last inspected?
Rivard Dam was last inspected on May 17, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.