Pine Log Crk Dam dam
Pine Log Crk Dam
Located in the picturesque city of Dorcas, Walton County, Florida, Pine Log Creek Dam stands as a testament to both engineering ingenuity and environmental stewardship. Built in 1975 by the USDA NRCS, this private dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock and small fish pond management, and recreation. With a height of 16 feet and a length of 530 feet, the dam boasts a storage capacity of 63 acre-feet, providing vital water resources for the surrounding area.
Situated along the TR-Pine Log Creek, this earth dam constructed of stone core and soil foundation not only enhances the natural landscape but also supports the diverse wildlife in the region. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Pine Log Creek Dam stands as a model of safety and resilience. Although last inspected in 1994, the dam remains in good condition, underscoring the commitment to its maintenance and upkeep.
As a valuable asset for both the community and the environment, Pine Log Creek Dam exemplifies the harmonious balance between water resource management and recreational enjoyment. With its serene surroundings and vital role in ecological conservation, this dam serves as a beacon for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike, showcasing the importance of sustainable infrastructure for a thriving ecosystem.
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 Pine Log Crk Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Shoal River Nr Mossy Head | 556 cfs | → |
| Yellow River Nr Oak Grove | 2,160 cfs | → |
| Pea River Near Samson Al | 2,980 cfs | → |
| Alaqua Creek Near Pleasant Ridge | 47 cfs | → |
| Yellow River At Milligan | 2,370 cfs | → |
| Shoal River Nr Crestview | 2,360 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Pine Log Crk Dam.
Boat launches
- County Road 2 2731, Baker
- Geneva County
- Okaloosa County
- U.S. 90 1921, Baker
- Live Oak Church Road, Crestview
- Hurricane Lake North Entrance Road, Baker
Campgrounds
- Florala State Park
- Red Deer
- Open Pond Recreation Area
- Speck Pond
- Karick Lake Upper - Blackwater River State Forest
- Karick Lake Lower - Blackwater River State Forest
Fishing spots
Track Pine Log Crk Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Pine Log Crk Dam
Where does the data for Pine Log Crk 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 Pine Log Crk Dam.