Perkins Plantation Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Open Pond Dam Perkins Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Perkins Plantation Pond Dam in Monticello, Florida, stands as a vital water resource and recreational site for the local community.
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Summary
This private Earth dam boasts a height of 12 feet and a length of 417 feet, creating a picturesque pond with a storage capacity of 1098 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, offering a tranquil space for fishing, boating, and wildlife observation.
Despite its significance, the dam's hazard potential is currently undetermined, and its condition remains unrated. However, it is reassuring to note that the state of Florida regulates, inspects, and enforces safety measures for this structure, ensuring its integrity and the protection of surrounding areas. The dam's location on the Perkins Plantation Pond contributes to its charm and serves as a valuable resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates alike.
While there may be room for improvement in terms of risk assessment and emergency preparedness, Perkins Plantation Pond Dam continues to provide a valuable recreational space in Jefferson County. As stakeholders work towards further evaluating and enhancing the dam's safety measures, it remains a beacon of natural beauty and a testament to the importance of water resource management in the face of climate challenges.
Dam Length |
417 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
PERKINS PLANTATION POND |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Nid Storage |
1098 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Perkins Plantation Pond Dam