Daniel Dam dam
Daniel Dam
Daniel Dam, located in Jackson, Florida along the Chipola River, was completed in 1955 for the primary purpose of recreation. This privately owned earth dam stands at 20 feet in height with a length of 400 feet, providing a storage capacity of 99 acre-feet for irrigation and recreational activities. The dam's low hazard potential and condition assessment of 'Not Rated' suggest it is structurally sound and poses minimal risk.
Despite being regulated by the state of Florida, Daniel Dam has not been inspected since May 1994, with no designated inspection frequency reported. While the dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status remains unknown, the lack of updated information on inundation maps, risk assessment, and risk management measures raises concerns about the preparedness and safety protocols in place. The dam's location in a rural area and its limited drainage area of 0 square miles may contribute to its current low risk profile.
As a water resource and climate enthusiast, the unique characteristics and historical significance of Daniel Dam make it a fascinating subject for study. Its role in supporting irrigation and recreational activities in the region, combined with its remote location and low hazard potential, present an intriguing case for further exploration and analysis. With the potential to uncover insights into dam management practices and emergency response protocols, Daniel Dam offers a valuable opportunity for research and advocacy in the realm of water resource and climate 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 Daniel Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Chipola River Nr Altha | 1,110 cfs | → |
| Chipola River At Marianna Fl | 997 cfs | → |
| Apalachicola River Nr Blountstown | 8,990 cfs | → |
| Econfina Creek Near Bennett | 390 cfs | → |
| Telogia Creek Nr Bristol | 82 cfs | → |
| Apalachicola River At Chattahoochee Fla | 8,280 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Daniel Dam.
Boat launches
- Peacock Bridge Road 5207-5229, Marianna
- Calhoun County
- City Square Road Jackson County
- Highway 20 13496, Altha
- John Redd East Road Calhoun County
- Land Store Road, Grand Ridge
Campgrounds
- Alliance Hill Rv Resort
- Florida Caverns State Park
- Falling Waters State Park
- Rock Bluff Primitive Camp
- Torreya State Park
- Rock Creek Primitive Camp
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- 2 Miles Below Dam On Lake Talquin To Ochlockonee Bay
- Segment B--Sh 65 To Carr Bridge On Fh 13
- Segment C--Mud Swamp/New River Wilderness Boundary To Mud Swamp/New River Wilderness (Southern) Boundary
- Headwaters To Concrete Bridge (Burnt Bridge) On Fh 13 (Where River Enters Bradwell Ray Wilderness)
- Bradwell Bay Wilderness (Northern Boundary) To Bradwell Bay Wilderness Boundary At Trice Bridge On Fr 329
Track Daniel Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Daniel Dam
Where does the data for Daniel 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 Daniel Dam.