This earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet with a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a structural height of 20 feet. It has a storage capacity of 4,000 acre-feet and a surface area of 240 acres. The dam is classified as having a significant hazard potential and a moderate risk level.
Constructed for purposes other than flood control, the International Paper Company Dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. While the dam is regulated and permitted by the state of Florida, its condition assessment is currently not rated. The dam's emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures are all either underdeveloped or not updated, highlighting potential areas for improvement in the dam's safety and emergency preparedness protocols.
Given its location and significant hazard potential, the International Paper Company Dam serves as a crucial water resource in the region. Climate and water resource enthusiasts may find interest in monitoring the dam's maintenance and emergency preparedness efforts to ensure its continued safety and efficiency in managing water flow and storage along Eleven Mile Creek.
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
ELEVEN MILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
240 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
4000 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
20 |
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