Mccarty Holdings LLC is a private entity that owns and manages a dam in Holmes, Florida, along Padgett Creek.
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The dam, designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1987, stands at a height of 16 feet with a length of 510 feet, providing a storage capacity of 87 acre-feet. The dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and is classified as an Earth dam with Stone core and Soil foundation.
Located in Vero Beach, Mccarty Holdings LLC's dam is regulated by the NWFWMD in Florida. The dam has a high hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Despite being last inspected in May 2014 and currently not rated in terms of condition assessment, the dam is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam poses significant risks that necessitate ongoing monitoring and management.
Owned and operated by a private entity, Mccarty Holdings LLC's dam on Padgett Creek underscores the crucial role of private stakeholders in managing water resources and mitigating climate-related risks. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the complexities of dam infrastructure and regulatory oversight is essential for ensuring the safety and sustainability of our water systems. Mccarty Holdings LLC's dam serves as a focal point for ongoing efforts to balance water management priorities with environmental conservation and community safety in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
510 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
PADGETT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Nid Storage |
87 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |