Gibson Dam
Florida — Polk County — LAKE GIBSON
Location
| State | Florida |
| County | Polk |
| River | LAKE GIBSON |
| Coordinates | 28.10403, -81.95008 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Length | 24 ft |
| NID Storage | 4,032 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 4,032 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 474 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | December 2, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1969 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | — |
| Owner | SWFWMD |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.