Pittman Dam #2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Santa Rosa, Florida, Pittman Dam #2 is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1967 for the primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

This dam, situated on the W Fork Big Coldwater river, stands at a height of 19 feet and spans 838 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 410 acre-feet. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 96 feet, and it is classified as having a low hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment rating.

Despite not being rated for its condition, Pittman Dam #2 has a history of state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement, indicating a commitment to safety and compliance with water resource management protocols in Florida. The dam serves as a fish and wildlife pond while also providing recreational opportunities for visitors. With its picturesque location and moderate risk assessment, Pittman Dam #2 stands as a testament to responsible dam infrastructure development and management in the region, contributing to both environmental conservation and community enjoyment.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

838

Dam Height

19

River Or Stream

W FORK BIG COLDWATER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

22

Drainage Area

0.31

Nid Storage

410

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

19
       
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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.