Perkins Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Perkins Dam, located in Lake Miccosukee, Florida, is a privately owned structure managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
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Summary
The dam serves primarily as a fish and wildlife pond, with additional recreational purposes. Standing at a height of 12 feet and stretching 600 feet in length, Perkins Dam has a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.26 square miles. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type and low hazard potential, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Northwest Florida Water Management District, ensuring its safety and compliance with state standards.
Constructed with an earth core and stone foundation, Perkins Dam was last inspected in 1994, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While its condition remains unrated, the dam's emergency action plan status, risk management measures, and inundation maps are yet to be prepared or updated. With a Congressman representative of Al Lawson, Jr., Perkins Dam plays a crucial role in supporting the local ecosystem and providing recreational opportunities for the community. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Perkins Dam a fascinating structure to study and appreciate for its environmental impact and regulatory framework.
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LAKE MICCOSUKEE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
0.26 |
Nid Storage |
67 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Perkins Dam