Deal Dam dam
Deal Dam
Deal Dam, located in Chipley, Florida, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation, specifically for fish and wildlife pond activities. Built in 1963 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet and stretches over 600 feet in length, providing storage for up to 59 acre-feet of water. With a drainage area of 0.09 square miles and a maximum discharge of 623 cubic feet per second, Deal Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Although primarily used for recreational purposes, Deal Dam also serves important functions in terms of water management and conservation. Its significant hazard potential underscores the need for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Despite being classified as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, the dam's role in supporting the local ecosystem and providing recreational opportunities highlights its importance in the community.
Deal Dam's location on Helms Branch-Offstr stream in Washington County, Florida, makes it a vital asset for both water resource management and climate enthusiasts. As a state-regulated structure with oversight from NWFWMD, the dam's impact on the surrounding environment and its ability to support wildlife habitats and recreational activities make it a noteworthy site for those interested in sustainable water management practices.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Deal Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Holmes Creek At Vernon | 643 cfs | → |
| Chipola River At Marianna Fl | 978 cfs | → |
| Wrights Creek At Sh 177-A Nr Bonifay | 96 cfs | → |
| Choctawhatchee River At Caryville | 2,490 cfs | → |
| Choctawhatchee River Nr Pittman | 1,850 cfs | → |
| Chipola River Nr Altha | 1,090 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Deal Dam.
Boat launches
- Blue Lake Earl Gilbert Landing
- Washington Boulevard, Chipley
- City Square Road Jackson County
- Cavalier Drive 3884, Chipley
- Gap Boulevard 1950, Chipley
- Little River Road 3998, Chipley
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
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Track Deal Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Deal Dam
Where does the data for Deal Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Deal Dam.