Slush Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 23, 2025

Slush Pond, located in Lake Lindsey, Florida, is a privately-owned earth dam constructed in 1957 for purposes other than flood control or water supply.


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Summary

This 45-foot tall structure stands at 19600 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the state, ensuring regular inspections and maintenance to uphold its structural integrity.

With a maximum discharge of 0 cubic feet per second and an uncontrolled spillway type, Slush Pond poses a moderate risk, rated at a level 3. Although it is not currently rated for its condition, the dam is managed with precautionary measures in place. Even though there are no associated structures or locks, the dam does have other controlled outlet gates. While the emergency action plan (EAP) status is unclear, the risk assessment deems the pond to have a moderate level of risk.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the engineering and management of dams will find Slush Pond to be an intriguing case study. Despite its unassuming surface area of 1 acre, the dam's design and operational features, such as the controlled outlet gates, offer valuable insights into dam construction and risk management practices. As a privately-owned structure under state regulation, Slush Pond highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams to mitigate potential hazards and ensure public safety.

Year Completed

1957

Dam Length

19600

Dam Height

50

River Or Stream

UNNAMED POND

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1

Hydraulic Height

50

Nid Storage

51

Structural Height

45

Outlet Gates

Other Controlled

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

50
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.