Davis Mill Creek Dam dam
Davis Mill Creek Dam
Davis Mill Creek Dam, located in Milligan, Florida, is a privately owned structure that serves multiple purposes, including irrigation and recreation. Completed in 1970, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet with a length of 530 feet, providing a storage capacity of 166 acre-feet. The dam overlooks the picturesque Davis Mill Creek, offering a serene setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking in the surrounding area.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been inspected since May 1994, raising concerns about its current condition and safety. While it is regulated and permitted by the state of Florida, the lack of recent inspections and assessments leaves the dam's overall structural integrity and risk management measures in question. Given its vital role in water resource management and recreational activities, it is crucial for the owners and regulators to prioritize regular maintenance and monitoring to ensure the safety of the dam and the surrounding environment.
With its scenic location and diverse usage, Davis Mill Creek Dam stands as a significant landmark in Okaloosa County, Florida. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to advocate for proper maintenance and inspection protocols to safeguard this valuable asset for both recreational enjoyment and environmental conservation. By staying informed and engaged in the ongoing management of the dam, we can help preserve its integrity and ensure a sustainable future for all who benefit from its presence.
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 Davis Mill Creek Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow River At Milligan | 2,370 cfs | → |
| Yellow River Nr Oak Grove | 2,160 cfs | → |
| Blackwater River Nr Baker | 1,040 cfs | → |
| Shoal River Nr Crestview | 2,360 cfs | → |
| Blackwater River Near Bradley Al | 349 cfs | → |
| Shoal River Nr Mossy Head | 556 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Davis Mill Creek Dam.
Boat launches
- Okaloosa County
- U.S. 90 1921, Baker
- County Road 2 2731, Baker
- Live Oak Church Road, Crestview
- Florida Trail Okaloosa County
- Hurricane Lake North Entrance Road, Baker
Campgrounds
- Karick Lake Upper - Blackwater River State Forest
- Karick Lake Lower - Blackwater River State Forest
- Pearl Creek
- Jr. Walton Pond
- Speck Pond
- Red Deer
Fishing spots
- Karick Lake
- Blackwater River
- Hurricane Lake
- Escambia County Lake
- Leon Brooks Hines Public Fishing Lake
- Swift Creek
More reservoirs
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About Davis Mill Creek Dam
Where does the data for Davis Mill Creek Dam 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 Davis Mill Creek Dam.