Strickland Dam#1
Key Takeaway
Strickland Dam#1 is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 43.2% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 933 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 67 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 424 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00031 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
L.E. STRICKLAND
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Strickland Dam#1?
Strickland Dam#1 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 Strickland Dam#1?
Strickland Dam#1 is owned by L.E. STRICKLAND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Strickland Dam#1 built?
Strickland Dam#1 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Strickland Dam#1?
Strickland Dam#1 serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, 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 Strickland Dam#1?
Strickland Dam#1 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 Strickland Dam#1 last inspected?
Strickland Dam#1 was last inspected on May 5, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.