Wells Dam
Key Takeaway
Wells Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 37.7% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 543 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 850 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00448 |
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
JAMES H. WELLS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wells Dam?
Wells 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 Wells Dam?
Wells Dam is owned by JAMES H. WELLS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wells Dam built?
Wells 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 Wells Dam?
Wells Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wells Dam?
Wells Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Wells Dam last inspected?
Wells Dam was last inspected on May 17, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.