Joe Budd is a state-regulated dam located in Bloxham, Florida, owned by the state with a primary purpose of recreation.
Wind
Humidity
Completed in 1970, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 35 feet and has a length of 600 feet, offering a storage capacity of 196 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Little River, Joe Budd's spillway is controlled, ensuring efficient water flow management. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is in a very high-risk area, receiving a risk assessment rating of 1.
The dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, with the last inspection conducted in May 1994, highlighting the need for updated evaluations to ensure its safety and functionality. Joe Budd's emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures are not specified, leaving room for improvement in emergency preparedness protocols. The dam's location in Gadsden County, Florida, and its connection to the Mobile District reinforce its significance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Joe Budd presents an intriguing case study of a state-owned recreational dam with historical significance dating back to the 1970s. With its controlled spillway and low hazard potential, the dam's location on the TR-Little River provides essential water management services while also posing a high risk due to its surrounding conditions. Continued monitoring and evaluation of Joe Budd's condition, emergency preparedness, and risk management measures are crucial to ensuring the safety of the dam and its downstream communities, reflecting the ongoing challenges and opportunities in sustainable water infrastructure development.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
196 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
36 |
Little River Nr Midway
|
91cfs |
Little River Nr Quincy
|
97cfs |
Ochlockonee River Nr Havana
|
58cfs |
Ochlockonee River Nr Bloxham
|
104cfs |
Little Attapulgus Creek At Attapulgus
|
5cfs |
Ochlockonee River Nr Concord
|
71cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
High Bluff Landing - Lake Talquin State Forest
|
||
High Bluff Campground
|
||
Williams Landing
|
||
Coe Landing
|
||
Hall Landing
|
||
Buckhorn Hunt Camp
|