Holley Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Holley Lake Dam, located in Walton County, Florida, was completed in 1957 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a vital resource for the community.


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Summary

The dam stands at 16 feet tall and stretches 690 feet in length, with a primary purpose of providing recreation opportunities for residents and visitors alike. With a storage capacity of 3,093 acre-feet and a surface area of 193 acres, Holley Lake Dam plays a crucial role in fire protection, stock, small fish pond management, and enhancing fish and wildlife habitats in the area.

Managed by the NWFWMD and regulated by the state of Florida, Holley Lake Dam has a high hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in fair condition. Despite this, the dam poses a moderate risk, with a maximum discharge of 60 cubic feet per second in the event of an emergency. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, and while it has not been modified in recent years, regular inspections are conducted to ensure its structural integrity and the safety of the surrounding community. With its scenic location along Narrows Creek and its importance for water resource management, Holley Lake Dam is a key feature of the region's natural landscape and recreational opportunities.

Year Completed

1957

Dam Length

690

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

NARROWS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

193

Drainage Area

3.25

Nid Storage

3093

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

16
       
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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.