Shehee Dam
Key Takeaway
Shehee Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 31.3% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 820 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 316 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1999 |
| NID ID | FL01018 |
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
DR. W. SHEHEE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shehee Dam?
Shehee 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 Shehee Dam?
Shehee Dam is owned by DR. W. SHEHEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shehee Dam built?
Shehee Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Shehee Dam?
Shehee 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 Shehee Dam?
Shehee Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Shehee Dam last inspected?
Shehee Dam was last inspected on May 11, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.