Villa City Dam
Key Takeaway
Villa City Dam is classified as significant hazard in Florida. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 28.3% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 78 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 10.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,442 acres |
| NID ID | FL20501 |
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
LAKE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Villa City Dam?
Villa City Dam 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 Villa City Dam?
Villa City Dam is owned by LAKE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Villa City Dam?
Villa City Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Villa City Dam?
Villa City Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Villa City Dam last inspected?
Villa City Dam was last inspected on May 3, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.