Mill Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Mill Pond Dam, located in Escambia, Florida, is a privately owned structure on Mill Creek with a primary purpose of water supply.


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Summary

Built in 1900, this earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and stretches 195 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 101 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Northwest Florida Water Management District and has a low hazard potential rating.

Despite being last inspected in 1994 and currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, Mill Pond Dam continues to serve its intended purpose effectively. With a maximum discharge of 503 cubic feet per second and a normal storage capacity of 57 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. However, there is limited information available on its risk assessment, emergency action plan, and overall risk management measures.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Mill Pond Dam represents a historic piece of infrastructure that warrants further attention and study. Its location in Bluff Springs, along with its association with the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, adds to its significance in the local water management landscape. As discussions around dam safety and maintenance continue to evolve, monitoring and evaluating the condition of Mill Pond Dam will be essential in ensuring its continued function and resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1900

Dam Length

195

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

MILL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

214

Hydraulic Height

16

Nid Storage

101

Structural Height

9

Hazard Potential

Low

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.