Spring Lake

DEEP CREEK TRIB· Putnam, Florida· Earth· 12 ft tall
Significant Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Spring Lake is classified as significant hazard in Florida. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 20.6% in FL)
Dam Length773 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage84 acre-ft
Normal Storage59 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
NID IDFL71001

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 5, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SJRWMD

Ownership

LAWRENCE A. LITZELL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spring Lake?

Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake?

Spring Lake is owned by LAWRENCE A. LITZELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Spring Lake?

Spring Lake serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Spring Lake?

Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake last inspected?

Spring Lake was last inspected on May 5, 2016. 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.