Sedgwick Dam

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

Key Takeaway

Sedgwick Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 20.6% in FL)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage218 acre-ft
Normal Storage145 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge311 cfs
NID IDFL00542

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 21, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

RED HILLS PROPERTIES, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sedgwick Dam?

Sedgwick 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 Sedgwick Dam?

Sedgwick Dam is owned by RED HILLS PROPERTIES, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sedgwick Dam?

Sedgwick Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Sedgwick Dam?

Sedgwick 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 Sedgwick Dam last inspected?

Sedgwick Dam was last inspected on May 21, 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.