Hudson Pulp & Paper Co. Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Palatka, Florida, the Hudson Pulp & Paper Co.


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Summary

Dam stands as a testament to both human ingenuity and environmental stewardship. Completed in 1951, this privately owned dam on Etonia Creek serves multiple purposes, with a primary focus on water resource management. With a height of 30 feet and a length of 80 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet, making it a vital component of the local water infrastructure.

Despite its age, the Hudson Pulp & Paper Co. Dam is considered to have a low hazard potential and is currently in a not rated condition. While the dam has not been inspected recently, it is regulated and permitted by the state of Florida, demonstrating a commitment to safety and compliance. With its strategic location and importance for water storage, this dam plays a crucial role in ensuring water security for the surrounding areas, making it a valuable asset for both the community and the environment.

Year Completed

1951

Dam Length

80

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

ETONIA CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Other

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

30

Nid Storage

300

Structural Height

13

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

30
       
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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.