Michaels Dam - Union Park, FL
Posted by: catcarlson
N 28° 34.924 W 081° 13.918
17R E 477316 N 3161705
A dam built to control flooding of the Little Econlockhatchee River.
Waymark Code: WM13R8P
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 02/07/2021
Views: 4
The Michaels Dam, also known as Control Structure 48, was built on the Little Econlockhatchee River as a public works project. The dam, which was built alongside four others and completed in 1965, serves to control flooding of the river.
The dam is located in Jay Blanchard Park, where it is a popular fishing spot for both humans and river wildlife.
Waterway where the dam is located: Little Econlockhatchee River
Main use of the Water Dam: Flood Control
Material used in the structure: Concrete
Fishing Allowed: yes
Height of Dam: Not listed
Date built: Not listed
Motor Sports Allowed: Not Listed
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