Ep5 dam
Ep5
Ep5, a private dam located in Pensacola, Florida, serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Standing at a height of 20 feet and with a storage capacity of 630 acre-feet, this earth dam spans a length of 1113 feet and covers a surface area of 21 acres. While the dam's hazard potential is currently undetermined and its condition is not rated, it remains a popular destination for outdoor activities in the Escambia County.
Despite lacking specific data on inspections, emergency action plans, and risk assessments, Ep5 continues to attract visitors seeking leisure and enjoyment by the unnamed pond it impounds. With the dam falling under state jurisdiction and permitting, enthusiasts can explore the surrounding area for its natural beauty and recreational opportunities. While the structure's risk management measures and emergency protocols remain unspecified, the dam provides a serene backdrop for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Florida.
Ep5's location and design underscore its importance as a vital part of the water infrastructure in the region. As a privately owned dam with a primary purpose of recreation, it offers a glimpse into the intersection of human-made structures and natural landscapes. While further details on the dam's maintenance and regulatory oversight are needed, its presence along the Mobile District's waterways highlights the significance of responsible stewardship and conservation efforts in safeguarding our water resources for future generations.
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Ep5 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Elevenmile Creek Near Pensacola | 23 cfs | → |
| Bayou Marcus Creek Nr Pensacola | 13 cfs | → |
| Escambia River Nr Molino | 5,000 cfs | → |
| Perdido River At Barrineau Park | 542 cfs | → |
| Styx River Near Elsanor | 346 cfs | → |
| Yellow River Nr Milton | 2,590 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Ep5.
Boat launches
- East Mallory Street 2301-2399, Pensacola
- Mahogany Mill Road 1358, Escambia County
- Sanders Beach Complex
- North 17th Avenue Pensacola
- Becks Lake Road Escambia County
- Archie Glover Park
Campgrounds
- Oak Grove Military - Pensacola Nas
- Blue Angel Naval Military - Pensacola Nas
- Naval Live Oaks Group Camping
- Fort Pickens - Gulf Islands National Seashore
- Big Lagoon State Park
- Clear Creek Rv Military - Fort Knox
Fishing spots
Track Ep5 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Ep5
Where does the data for Ep5 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Undetermined hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.