Lake Hartridge Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Hartridge Dam, located in Winter Haven, Florida, is a privately owned structure used primarily for recreation.


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Summary

Built in 1959, this earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a length of 40 feet, with a storage capacity of 29,946 acre-feet. The dam overlooks Lake Conine and is managed by the Jacksonville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Despite its recreational purpose, Lake Hartridge Dam has been classified with a significant hazard potential due to its condition being labeled as "Not Rated". The dam has uncontrolled outlet gates and a maximum discharge capacity of 121 cubic feet per second. While the dam is regulated and permitted by the state, it lacks recent inspection data and emergency preparedness plans.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Lake Hartridge Dam presents an intriguing case study in the intersection of recreational infrastructure and potential hazards. With its scenic location and historical significance, the dam serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human enjoyment of water resources and the need for proper maintenance and risk management to ensure safety and environmental protection.

Year Completed

1959

Dam Length

40

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

LAKE CONINE

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

211

Hydraulic Height

10

Nid Storage

29946

Structural Height

9

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

10
       
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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.