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Smith Dam, located in Lake Talquin, Florida, is a private-owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation. Built in 1955 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet and spans 800 feet in length. With a maximum storage capacity of 113 acre-feet and a normal storage of 87 acre-feet, the dam serves various purposes including fish and wildlife pond management. The dam's spillway, with a width of 75 feet, is uncontrolled, allowing for a maximum discharge of 1169 cubic feet per second.
Despite its significant hazard potential, the condition assessment of F. Smith Dam is currently not available. The risk assessment classifies it as moderate, with a DSAC (Dam Safety Action Classification) of 3. Emergency action plans and inundation maps are not readily available, indicating a need for improved risk management measures. However, the dam continues to provide recreational opportunities and support the local ecosystem, making it a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the conservation and management of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
Tr- Attapulgus |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
28 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
2.27 |
Nid Storage |
113 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
18 |
Little Attapulgus Creek At Attapulgus
|
24cfs |
Little River Nr Quincy
|
101cfs |
Ochlockonee River Nr Havana
|
61cfs |
Ochlockonee River Nr Concord
|
79cfs |
Little River Nr Midway
|
94cfs |
Flint River At Bainbridge
|
4570cfs |