Williams & Shelt

TR-LITTLE RIVER· Gadsden, Florida· Built 1952· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Williams & Shelt is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 56.2% in FL)
Dam Length610 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage69 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,440 cfs
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDFL00517

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 18, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NWFWMD

Ownership

MBF FAMILY INVESTMENTS, LTD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Williams & Shelt?

Williams & Shelt 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 Williams & Shelt?

Williams & Shelt is owned by MBF FAMILY INVESTMENTS, LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Williams & Shelt built?

Williams & Shelt was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Williams & Shelt?

Williams & Shelt serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Williams & Shelt?

Williams & Shelt has a dam height of 21 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 Williams & Shelt last inspected?

Williams & Shelt was last inspected on May 18, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.