Weeks Dam
Key Takeaway
Weeks Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 57.9% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 484 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 190 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00063 |
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
WILBUR WEEKS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Weeks Dam?
Weeks 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 Weeks Dam?
Weeks Dam is owned by WILBUR WEEKS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Weeks Dam built?
Weeks Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Weeks Dam?
Weeks Dam 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 Weeks Dam?
Weeks Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Weeks Dam last inspected?
Weeks Dam was last inspected on May 11, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.