Ep7 dam
Ep7
Ep7 is a private earth dam located in Escambia, Florida, specifically in Pensacola, along an unnamed pond. The dam, with a height of 43 feet and a length of 4284 feet, serves as a recreational resource with a storage capacity of 1355 acre-feet. Managed by a private owner, the dam is regulated and permitted by the state of Florida, ensuring inspection, enforcement, and safety measures are in place.
Although the hazard potential of Ep7 is currently undetermined and its condition is not rated, the dam provides valuable recreational opportunities in the area. Situated within the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, the dam's purpose is primarily for recreation, attracting visitors to its 21-acre surface area for various outdoor activities. As a key feature in the landscape, Ep7 contributes to the water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
While the specifics of its construction date and modifications remain unknown, Ep7 remains an essential component of the local ecosystem, offering a haven for wildlife and a space for community engagement. As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the intricacies of this private dam, its role in providing recreational benefits and its potential impact on the surrounding environment underscore the importance of responsible stewardship and ongoing monitoring to ensure its safety and longevity.
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 Ep7 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bayou Marcus Creek Nr Pensacola | 13 cfs | → |
| Elevenmile Creek Near Pensacola | 23 cfs | → |
| Escambia River Nr Molino | 5,000 cfs | → |
| Yellow River Nr Milton | 2,590 cfs | → |
| Perdido River At Barrineau Park | 542 cfs | → |
| Styx River Near Elsanor | 346 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Ep7.
Boat launches
- East Mallory Street 2301-2399, Pensacola
- North 17th Avenue Pensacola
- Sanders Beach Complex
- Mahogany Mill Road 1358, Escambia County
- Archie Glover Park
- Garcon Point Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Naval Live Oaks Group Camping
- Oak Grove Military - Pensacola Nas
- Fort Pickens - Gulf Islands National Seashore
- Blue Angel Naval Military - Pensacola Nas
- Big Lagoon State Park
- Clear Creek Rv Military - Fort Knox
Fishing spots
More reservoirs
Track Ep7 in the Snoflo app
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About Ep7
Where does the data for Ep7 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.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Ep7.