Desoto Pond Dam

DeSoto County, Florida (near PEACE RIVER HEIGHTS)

River/Stream: PEACE RIVER

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
13 ft
Dam Length
5,800 ft
Reservoir Storage
228 acre-ft
Year Completed
1969
Primary Purpose
Recreation
Owner Type
State
Max Discharge
85 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not Rated

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Rated — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
FL00439
State
Florida (FL)
Coordinates
27.06000, -82.00000
Age
57 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.