Lake Idyl Dam Reservoir Report

Nearby: P-6 P-7

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Idyl Dam, located in Winter Haven, Florida, serves as a crucial structure for flood risk reduction along the tributary of Buckeye Lake.


°F

°F

mph

Wind

%

Humidity

Summary

Owned privately, the dam stands at a height of 9 feet with a hydraulic height of 6 feet, offering a storage capacity of 121 acre-feet. While primarily built for flood risk reduction, Lake Idyl Dam also provides opportunities for recreational activities, covering a surface area of 19 acres.

With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Lake Idyl Dam has been regulated and inspected by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Although the dam lacks certain features like outlet gates and spillway width, its design as an earth dam with stone core types and rock-soil foundations ensures its stability. The dam's moderate risk assessment suggests a proactive approach to risk management, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to uphold its functionality.

Representing a vital infrastructure in the region, Lake Idyl Dam's strategic location and design contribute to the overall water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the area. As climate change continues to impact water systems, the dam stands as a testament to the importance of effective flood control measures and the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to safeguard both the community and the environment.

Dam Length

26

Dam Height

9

River Or Stream

TRIB BUCKEYE LAKE

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

19

Hydraulic Height

6

Nid Storage

121

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

9
       
Seasonal Comparison

Weather Forecast

Dam Data Reference

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.