Stafford Dam 2

PINEY WOODS CREEK· Okaloosa, Florida· Earth· 18 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Stafford Dam 2 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	18 ft (taller than 43.2% in FL)
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	414 acre-ft
Normal Storage	414 acre-ft

Surface Area	23 acres
NID ID	FL00008

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: May 10, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS HOA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stafford Dam 2?

Stafford Dam 2 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 Stafford Dam 2?

Stafford Dam 2 is owned by GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS HOA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Stafford Dam 2?

Stafford Dam 2 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 Stafford Dam 2?

Stafford Dam 2 has a dam height of 18 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 Stafford Dam 2 last inspected?

Stafford Dam 2 was last inspected on May 10, 2023. 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.