Williams & Shelt is a privately owned dam in Gadsden, Florida, with the primary purpose of irrigation.
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Built in 1952 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a length of 610 feet, providing a storage capacity of 69 acre-feet. The dam is located on the TR-Little River and is regulated by the NWFWMD, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Williams & Shelt has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 60 feet and a drainage area of 0.28 square miles. Although the dam has not been inspected since 1994 and is currently not rated for condition assessment, it remains operational and serves as a vital resource for irrigation and fish and wildlife ponds in the area. Its location in Lake Talquin, adjacent to the Savannah District of the USACE, highlights its importance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts.
Despite its age, Williams & Shelt continues to play a crucial role in water management in Florida, with a storage capacity of 69 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 1440 cubic feet per second. As discussions around climate change and water scarcity intensify, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management practices. While its risk assessment may raise some concerns, the dam's strategic location and purpose make it a key asset in the region's efforts to mitigate the impacts of a changing climate on water availability and ecosystem health.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
610 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Drainage Area |
0.28 |
Nid Storage |
69 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |
Little River Nr Quincy
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101cfs |
Little River Nr Midway
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94cfs |
Ochlockonee River Nr Havana
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61cfs |
Little Attapulgus Creek At Attapulgus
|
24cfs |
Ochlockonee River Nr Concord
|
79cfs |
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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Hall Landing
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