Usaf Dam (Weekly Pond) dam
Usaf Dam (Weekly Pond)
Usaf Dam, also known as Weekly Pond or Plew Lake, is a Federal-owned structure located in Okaloosa County, Florida, on the Eglin Air Force Base. Managed by the US Air Force, this earth dam was completed in 1969 and serves multiple purposes, including recreation and water supply. With a height of 18 feet and a length of 340 feet, the dam holds a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet and covers an 8-acre surface area.
Despite its low hazard potential, Usaf Dam has undergone modifications in the year 2000 to enhance its foundation, hydraulic, and structural integrity. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 16 feet and a maximum discharge of 10 cubic feet per second. While the condition assessment is currently not available, the dam is inspected annually, with the last inspection conducted in September 2019. With a moderate risk rating, appropriate risk management measures are in place to ensure the safety and stability of the structure.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Usaf Dam to be an intriguing site, not only for its engineering aspects but also for its recreational opportunities and contribution to the local water supply. The dam's location on Mill Creek, its association with the US Air Force, and the surrounding natural landscape make it a compelling destination for those interested in the intersection of water management, infrastructure, and environmental conservation.
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Usaf Dam (Weekly Pond) -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Juniper Creek At State Hwy 85 Nr Niceville | 78 cfs | → |
| Shoal River Nr Crestview | 590 cfs | → |
| Yellow River At Milligan | 1,120 cfs | → |
| Alaqua Creek Near Pleasant Ridge | 48 cfs | → |
| Shoal River Nr Mossy Head | 95 cfs | → |
| Yellow River Nr Milton | 2,750 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Usaf Dam (Weekly Pond).
Boat launches
- Florida Park
- Lincoln Park Boat Ramp
- Lions Park
- Public Boat Ramp
- East Niceville Rocky Bayou Boat Ramp
- Poquito Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Eglin Afb Military
- Rocky Bayou State Park
- Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park
- Mid Bay Shores Military
- Destin Army Infantry Center Military
- Henderson Beach State Park
Fishing spots
Track Usaf Dam (Weekly Pond) in the Snoflo app
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About Usaf Dam (Weekly Pond)
Where does the data for Usaf Dam (Weekly Pond) come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Usaf Dam (Weekly Pond).