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Butler Dam, located in Gadsden, Florida, is a privately owned structure designed by USDA NRCS primarily for flood risk reduction on the Long Branch river or stream. The dam stands at a height of 15 feet and spans a length of 1000 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 44 acre-feet. The dam's hazard potential is rated as low, and its condition assessment is currently not rated.
Even though the dam was last inspected in May 1994, it is still regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the NWFWMD, indicating a commitment to maintaining its integrity and ensuring its effectiveness in managing water resources. The dam's design features an earth core with stone foundations and soil as the main material. With a spillway width of 30 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 254 cubic feet per second, the F. Butler Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for flood control and water management in the area.
While lacking recent data on its completion year or any modifications made over the years, the F. Butler Dam continues to play a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from flooding events. As a key component in the overall water resource management system, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of infrastructure in mitigating the impacts of climate change and ensuring the sustainability of water resources for future generations.
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
LONG BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
0.29 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Little River Nr Midway
|
94cfs |
Ochlockonee River Nr Bloxham
|
104cfs |
Little River Nr Quincy
|
101cfs |
Apalachicola River At Chattahoochee Fla
|
10200cfs |
Telogia Creek Nr Bristol
|
82cfs |
Little Attapulgus Creek At Attapulgus
|
24cfs |