Shehee Dam dam
Shehee Dam
Shehee Dam, located in Chipley, Florida, is a private-owned structure designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond. Completed in 1963, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 15 feet and spans a length of 820 feet, with a storage capacity of 65 acre-feet. Situated on the Helms Branch Offstream, the dam provides recreational opportunities and habitat for various wildlife species in the area. The dam is regulated by NWFWMD and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Shehee Dam presents a unique blend of environmental conservation and community engagement. The dam's spillway, with a width of 200 feet, is uncontrolled, allowing for natural water flow management in times of excess water. Despite being not rated for condition assessment, the dam continues to serve its intended purposes effectively, with a surface area of 4 acres and a drainage area of 0.59 square miles. The dam's location in Washington County, Florida, adds to its significance in the local ecosystem and water resource management efforts.
Overall, Shehee Dam is a vital infrastructure serving both ecological and recreational needs in the Chipley area. Managed by private owners and designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the dam stands as a testament to sustainable water resource management practices. With a rich history dating back to its completion in 1963, Shehee Dam continues to be a focal point for water enthusiasts and climate advocates interested in the intersection of dam infrastructure, wildlife conservation, and recreational opportunities in the Florida region.
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 Shehee Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Holmes Creek At Vernon | 752 cfs | → |
| Chipola River At Marianna Fl | 997 cfs | → |
| Wrights Creek At Sh 177-A Nr Bonifay | 96 cfs | → |
| Choctawhatchee River At Caryville | 3,410 cfs | → |
| Choctawhatchee River Nr Pittman | 2,410 cfs | → |
| Chipola River Nr Altha | 1,110 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Shehee Dam.
Boat launches
- Blue Lake Earl Gilbert Landing
- Washington Boulevard, Chipley
- City Square Road Jackson County
- Cavalier Drive 3884, Chipley
- Gap Boulevard 1950, Chipley
- Little River Road 3998, Chipley
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
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Track Shehee Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Shehee Dam
Where does the data for Shehee 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 Shehee Dam.