Open Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
Open Pond Dam in Monticello, Florida is a privately owned structure designed for recreation purposes along the Open Pond river.
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Summary
This Earth type dam stands at 8 feet high with a length of 143 feet, creating a storage capacity of 204 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 15 acres. While the dam is regulated and permitted by the state of Florida, its hazard potential and condition assessment remain undetermined and not rated, respectively.
Located in Jefferson County, Florida, Open Pond Dam is under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Despite not being federally owned or funded, the dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking recreational activities. The dam's emergency preparedness and risk management measures are yet to be fully assessed, highlighting the importance of ongoing inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety and sustainability of this water resource in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Length |
143 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
OPEN POND |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Nid Storage |
204 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Aucilla River At Lamont
|
10cfs |
Wacissa River Nr Wacissa Fla
|
246cfs |
Ochlockonee River Near Thomasville
|
32cfs |
Ochlockonee River Nr Concord
|
103cfs |
St. Marks River Near Newport
|
292cfs |
Ochlockonee River Nr Havana
|
112cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Open Pond Dam