Bfn Operations Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Bfn Operations, also known as Imperial Nursery, is a private water resource facility located in Wetumpka, Florida, specifically in Gadsden County.


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Summary

Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this irrigation dam was completed in 1954 and serves the primary purpose of irrigation along the VOTE CREEK river or stream. With a dam height of 19 feet and a storage capacity of 143 acre-feet, it plays a significant role in supporting agricultural activities in the area.

Regulated by the NWFWMD and located in the Savannah District, Bfn Operations is classified as a significant hazard potential dam due to its size and capacity. Despite not being rated for condition assessment, the dam has a spillway width of 75 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 425 cubic feet per second. The facility has not been modified in recent years and has not undergone a formal risk assessment or emergency action plan review, highlighting potential areas for improvement in its operational safety and management protocols.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the role of Bfn Operations in providing essential irrigation support to agricultural activities in the region. As a privately-owned facility with state regulatory oversight, there is room for further enhancements in risk management measures, emergency preparedness, and overall safety protocols to ensure the continued sustainable operation of this vital water resource infrastructure.

Year Completed

1954

Dam Length

950

Dam Height

19

River Or Stream

VOTE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

16

Drainage Area

0.78

Nid Storage

143

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

19
       
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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.