Oxy-2-8 is a privately owned dam located in Hamilton County, Florida, specifically in the city of Ellaville.
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Completed in 1976, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet with a structural height of 24 feet. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 78,097 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 64,608 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 2,693 acres. Oxy-2-8 serves as a crucial infrastructure for water resource management in the region, particularly for the offstream storage of Swift Creek.
Managed by the Jacksonville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Oxy-2-8 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state of Florida. While the dam has a low hazard potential, its condition has not been rated, and emergency action plans have not been prepared or updated. Despite these concerns, Oxy-2-8 plays a vital role in water supply and management for the surrounding area. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find this dam to be an interesting case study in the intersection of infrastructure management, environmental protection, and community resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
55500 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
SWIFT CREEK-OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2693 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Nid Storage |
78097 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
29 |
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