Thomas Bay Dam
Key Takeaway
Thomas Bay Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 20.6% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 105 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00548 |
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
LARUE VAN LANDINGHAM
Private
Nearby Dams
Hood S Dam
Holmes, FL
Low Hazard 15 ftFern Arnold Dam
Holmes, FL
Low Hazard 10 ftBaker Dam
Holmes, FL
Significant Hazard 15 ftConway Dam No.2
Holmes, FL
Low Hazard 15 ftConway Dam No. 1
Holmes, FL
Low Hazard 15 ftPrescott Dam
Holmes, FL
Low Hazard 10 ftO.C.Brown #1
Holmes, FL
Low Hazard 20 ftMccarty Holdings LLC
Holmes, FL
High Hazard 16 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Thomas Bay Dam?
Thomas Bay 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 Thomas Bay Dam?
Thomas Bay Dam is owned by LARUE VAN LANDINGHAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thomas Bay Dam built?
Thomas Bay Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Thomas Bay Dam?
Thomas Bay Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Thomas Bay Dam?
Thomas Bay Dam 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 Thomas Bay Dam last inspected?
Thomas Bay Dam was last inspected on May 11, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.