Summary
Constructed in 1941, this earth dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock maintenance, and small fish pond management. With a dam height of 10 feet and a length of over 20,000 feet, Mounds Pool Dam has a storage capacity of 3,500 acre-feet, providing essential water supply for the region.
Managed by the state of Florida, Mounds Pool Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Despite being rated as low hazard potential and not having a current condition assessment, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain undocumented. With a surface area of 450 acres and a normal storage capacity of 2,100 acre-feet, Mounds Pool Dam plays a crucial role in water conservation and management in the area.
Although the dam's last inspection dates back to 1994, Mounds Pool Dam continues to be a significant asset for the community, particularly in maintaining a stable water supply and supporting various agricultural and environmental activities. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the importance of structures like Mounds Pool Dam is crucial in promoting sustainable water management practices and ensuring the resilience of our natural ecosystems in the face of changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
1941 |
Dam Length |
20592 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
HORNS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
450 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
3500 |
Structural Height |
6 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wakulla River Near Crawfordville
|
817cfs |
St. Marks River Near Newport
|
292cfs |
Lost Creek At Arran Fla
|
3cfs |
Wacissa River Nr Wacissa Fla
|
248cfs |
Econfina River Near Perry
|
23cfs |
Sopchoppy River Nr Sopchoppy
|
5cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Mounds Pool Dam
Lighthouse Rd, Florida