Fisheating Creek Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Fisheating Creek is a well-known water resource located in Highlands, Florida, managed by the USDA NRCS and serving as a crucial flood risk reduction mechanism.


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Summary

This creek, with a dam height of 11 feet and completed in 1959, has a storage capacity of 263.2 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 186 cfs. With a controlled spillway and a low hazard potential, Fisheating Creek plays a vital role in managing the water flow in the region.

The creek covers a surface area of 38 acres and has a drainage area of 70 acres, making it an essential water resource in the area. Even though it has not been inspected since May 1999 and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, Fisheating Creek continues to serve its purpose effectively in reducing flood risks and managing water flow in the region. The risk assessment for this creek is considered very high, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance activities to ensure its continued effectiveness in mitigating flood risks.

Located in PALMDALE, Fisheating Creek is a significant waterway managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction. With a history dating back to 1959, this creek plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. As a controlled spillway with a low hazard potential, Fisheating Creek remains a valuable asset in the effort to address water-related challenges and climate variability in the area.

Year Completed

1959

Dam Length

90

Dam Height

11

River Or Stream

FISHEATING CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Other

Surface Area

38

Hydraulic Height

11

Drainage Area

70

Nid Storage

263.2

Structural Height

14.2

Outlet Gates

Other Controlled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

14
       
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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.