Control Structure 7 dam
Control Structure 7
Control Structure 7, located in Orlando, Florida, serves as a pivotal flood risk reduction measure along Canal E-6. Constructed in 1973, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and has a storage capacity of 136 acre-feet. With a surface area of 106 acres, Control Structure 7 plays a crucial role in managing water levels and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by the local government, Control Structure 7 is regulated by the state, with permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols in place to ensure its effectiveness and safety. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the structure's condition is currently not rated, indicating a need for further assessment and potentially maintenance. With its primary purpose being flood risk reduction, Control Structure 7 stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management in mitigating the impacts of extreme weather events and climate change in the region.
As part of the larger water management system in Florida, Control Structure 7 is an essential component in safeguarding the community from the risks associated with flooding. Its strategic location and design contribute to maintaining normal water levels and protecting surrounding areas from potential damage. Moving forward, continued monitoring and assessment will be crucial in ensuring the efficiency and reliability of Control Structure 7 in the face of evolving climate challenges and water resource management needs.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Control Structure 7 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Econlockhatchee R Nr Union Park | 77 cfs | → |
| Howell Creek Nr Altamonte Springs | 1 cfs | → |
| Little Econlockhatchee R. At Sr434 Nr Oviedo | 19 cfs | → |
| Howell Creek Nr Slavia | 0 cfs | → |
| Econlockhatchee River Nr Oviedo | 35 cfs | → |
| Howell Creek At Sr434 Nr Oviedo | 9 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Control Structure 7.
⚓ Boat launches
- Lake Underhill Road 4257-4299, Orlando
- South Lakemont Avenue 2088-2098, Winter Park
- Northeast Ivanhoe Boulevard 224-362, Orlando
- South Ferncreek Avenue 4892-5004, Orlando
- Quayside Circle 206, Maitland
- Monte Carlo Trail 2000, Orlando
⛺ Campgrounds
- Lake Mills Park Camping
- Moss/Split Oak
- Turkey Lake City Park
- Moss Park Campground
- Clarcona Horse Park
- Wekiwa Springs State Park
🎣 Fishing spots
More fishing →🛶 Paddle runs
- Segment B--Alexander Springs Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With St. Johns River
- Segment A--Mouth Of Spring On Ocala Nf To Alexander Springs Wilderness Boundary
- Segment B--Bridge On Sh 19 To Confluence With Lake George
- Segment A--Mouth Of Spring On Ocala Nf (At Juniper Springs Wilderness) To Bridge On Sh 19 (At Wilderness Boundary)
Track Control Structure 7 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Control Structure 7
Where does the data for Control Structure 7 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Control Structure 7.