S-62 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

S-62, located in Kissimmee, Florida, is a state-regulated earth dam completed in 1969 for flood risk reduction along the C-29A (AJAY-HART CANAL).


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Summary

With a height of 19 feet and a length of 190 feet, the dam has a maximum storage capacity of 56,000 acre-feet and a normal storage of 20,000 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, although it also serves for irrigation purposes.

Despite its age, S-62 has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam's risk assessment is classified as very high, with a risk level of 1. While the last inspection date is listed as Wednesday, July 12, 1905, the dam is under state jurisdiction with permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. The dam also has a controlled spillway with a maximum discharge of 640 cubic feet per second.

Overall, S-62 plays a crucial role in managing flood risks and providing irrigation water in the area. Its strategic location and design make it a key component in the water resource infrastructure of Orange County, Florida. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the maintenance and monitoring of S-62 will be essential to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood control and water management.

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

190

Dam Height

19

River Or Stream

C-29A (AJAY-HART CANAL)

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

381

Hydraulic Height

19

Nid Storage

56000

Structural Height

14

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

19
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.