Tallavana Dam, located in Shady Rest, Florida, is a private earth dam constructed in 1971 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Standing at a height of 27 feet and a length of 1000 feet, the dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 1250 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 206 acres. It is situated on Hurricane Creek and falls under the jurisdiction of NWFWMD for state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 36 feet and outlet gates that are also uncontrolled. Despite being rated with a high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment as of May 2014 was reported as satisfactory. The risk assessment for Tallavana Dam is moderate, with a DSAC (Dam Safety Action Classification) of 3, indicating a need for ongoing risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Tallavana Dam can appreciate its recreational significance, as well as the engineering complexities involved in its design and operation. With a focus on fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management, the dam serves as a vital resource for the local community while requiring diligent oversight to mitigate potential risks associated with its high hazard potential.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
HURRICANE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
206 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
1250 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
27 |
Little River Nr Quincy
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97cfs |
Ochlockonee River Nr Havana
|
58cfs |
Little River Nr Midway
|
91cfs |
Little Attapulgus Creek At Attapulgus
|
5cfs |
Ochlockonee River Nr Concord
|
71cfs |
Ochlockonee River Nr Bloxham
|
104cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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High Bluff Landing - Lake Talquin State Forest
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High Bluff Campground
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Coe Landing
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Williams Landing
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