Camp Canal Dike Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Camp Canal Dike, also known as Ala03, is a state-owned structure located in Alachua, Florida, specifically in Gainesville.


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Summary

This dike serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction, recreation, and water supply. It is designed as an earth dam with a height of 20 feet and a hydraulic height of 17 feet, providing storage of up to 8,248 acre-feet of water.

The dam spans a length of 4,973 feet and has a controlled spillway with a width of 18 feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dike is currently assessed as being in poor condition as of the last inspection in April 2017. The risk assessment for Camp Canal Dike is categorized as very high, indicating the need for effective risk management measures to ensure the safety and functionality of the structure in the face of potential climate-related challenges.

With its strategic location along Camp Canal and its vital role in flood risk reduction and water supply, Camp Canal Dike stands as a key infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and support. As efforts continue to maintain and improve the dike's condition, it serves as a reminder of the critical importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of increasingly unpredictable weather patterns and climate impacts.

Dam Length

4973

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

CAMP CANAL

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

619

Hydraulic Height

17

Drainage Area

8.9

Nid Storage

8248

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate)

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

20
       
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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.