Spires Dam
Low HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required
Location
| State | Florida |
| County | Walton |
| Nearest City | CHOCTAW BEACH E |
| River/Stream | BIG HEAD BRANCH |
| Coordinates | 30.53000, -85.93000 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,328 cfs |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | R.B. & MINNIE |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 05/17/1994 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |