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Edge Dam, located in Leon, Florida, serves as a crucial water resource for irrigation purposes.
Built in 1950 by the USDA NRCS, this privately owned earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and stretches 1000 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 59 acre-feet. The dam sits on the Lake Miccosukee river and covers a drainage area of 0.39 square miles.
Despite being classified as low hazard potential, Edge Dam is regulated by the NWFWMD and undergoes regular state inspections, permitting, and enforcement. The dam's primary purpose extends beyond irrigation to include fire protection, stock watering, fish and wildlife habitat, and recreation. With its stone core and soil foundation, Edge Dam plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region.
This dam, managed by a private entity, highlights the collaboration between federal and state agencies in ensuring the safety and functionality of water infrastructure. With its historical significance dating back to the mid-20th century, Edge Dam remains a key player in water resource management in the area, showcasing sustainable practices for climate and water enthusiasts to study and appreciate.
Ochlockonee River Nr Concord
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235cfs |
Ochlockonee River Near Thomasville
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139cfs |
Aucilla River At Lamont
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31cfs |
Wacissa River Nr Wacissa Fla
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242cfs |
Ochlockonee River Nr Havana
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199cfs |
St. Marks River Near Newport
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396cfs |
Dam Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
0.39 |
Year Completed |
1950 |
Nid Storage |
59 |
Foundations |
Soil |
Surface Area |
3 |
River Or Stream |
LAKE MICCOSUKEE |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Height |
20 |
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Campers World
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Coe Landing
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Newport County Park
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High Bluff Landing - Lake Talquin State Forest
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High Bluff Campground
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Williams Landing
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Headwaters To Concrete Bridge (Burnt Bridge) On Fh 13 (Where River Enters Bradwell Ray Wilderness)
Bradwell Bay Wilderness (Northern Boundary) To Bradwell Bay Wilderness Boundary At Trice Bridge On Fr 329
2 Miles Below Dam On Lake Talquin To Ochlockonee Bay
Tirce Creek Bridge (Monkey Creek) To Forest Service Property Boundary In Sec 13
State Highway 6 To The Confluence With The Suwannee River
Forest Service Property Bounday To St. Marks Wildlife Refuge Boundary