Duck Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Duck Pond Dam, located in Okaloosa, Florida, is a federal-owned structure managed by the US Air Force for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Built in 1940, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a length of 300 feet, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 250 acre-feet. The dam spans the Carr Spring Branch, a tributary of the river, and serves as a crucial water resource for the area.

With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Duck Pond Dam has undergone modifications in 1996 to enhance its foundation, hydraulic, and structural integrity. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates for controlled water release. Despite its remote location within Eglin AFB, the dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, ensuring its compliance with safety standards and protocols. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the role of Duck Pond Dam in providing recreational opportunities while also managing water resources in the region.

Years Modified

1996 - Foundation, 1996 - Hydraulic, 1996 - Structural

Year Completed

1940

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

CARR SPRING BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

30

Hydraulic Height

12

Drainage Area

7

Nid Storage

370

Structural Height

18

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled, Valve

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

25
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.