Spencers Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Spencers Lake Dam, located in Clay County, Florida, along the Little Black Creek, is a private-owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 9 feet and stretches 250 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 47.7 acre-feet and a surface area of 5 acres. Despite its recreational utility, the dam is classified as having a significant hazard potential and an unsatisfactory condition assessment.

While the Spencers Lake Dam does not fall under state jurisdiction or regulation, its condition raises concerns about its long-term safety and maintenance. The dam has not undergone recent inspections or assessments, and there is no emergency action plan in place. With no associated federal agency oversight or funding, there are uncertainties about the dam's resilience in the face of changing climate patterns and water resource management challenges.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Spencers Lake Dam serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of proactive dam safety measures and the need for comprehensive monitoring and maintenance protocols. The dam's location in a region susceptible to extreme weather events highlights the potential risks associated with inadequate infrastructure management. As efforts to improve dam safety and resilience continue to evolve, the case of Spencers Lake Dam underscores the urgency of addressing potential hazards and implementing effective risk management strategies to safeguard both the environment and local communities.

Dam Length

250

Dam Height

9

River Or Stream

LITTLE BLACK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Nid Storage

47.7

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

9
       
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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.