Spring Lake Dam

SPRING LAKE· Hernando, Florida· Earth· 26 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Spring Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Florida. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	26 ft (taller than 66.9% in FL)
Dam Length	331 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	880 acre-ft
Normal Storage	311 acre-ft

Surface Area	54 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
NID ID	FL17002

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: April 19, 2017

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: FDEP

Ownership

ROBERT & LYNN KAZMIERSKI

Private

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Pond No. 3

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Pond No. 10

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Pond No. 1

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Pond No. 7

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spring Lake Dam?

Spring Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Spring Lake Dam?

Spring Lake Dam is owned by ROBERT & LYNN KAZMIERSKI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Spring Lake Dam?

Spring Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Spring Lake Dam?

Spring Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Spring Lake Dam last inspected?

Spring Lake Dam was last inspected on April 19, 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.