Pridgen Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Fl Walton Co Noname 1 Wise Dam No. 1
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Pridgen Dam, located in Walton County, Florida, was completed in 1960 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam, designed by USDA NRCS, is an earth-type structure with a height of 15 feet and a length of 400 feet. It impounds Turkey Creek, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 124 acre-feet and a surface area of 8 acres.
Despite being classified as low hazard potential, Pridgen Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Northwest Florida Water Management District. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 48 feet and outlet gates. While the condition assessment is not rated, the risk assessment categorizes the dam as moderate, with risk management measures and emergency action plans potentially needing updates.
Overall, Pridgen Dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock and small fish pond, fish and wildlife habitat, and recreation. With its scenic location and recreational opportunities, the dam is a valuable water resource for the local community and a point of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TURKEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
0.12 |
Nid Storage |
124 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Shoal River Nr Mossy Head
|
101cfs |
Alaqua Creek Near Pleasant Ridge
|
48cfs |
Yellow River Nr Oak Grove
|
269cfs |
Pea River Near Samson Al
|
890cfs |
Shoal River Nr Crestview
|
586cfs |
Yellow River At Milligan
|
388cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Pridgen Dam