Structure 551 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Structure 551, located in Oldsmar, Florida, is a state-regulated concrete dam built in 1970 for flood risk reduction along the C-531 (Lake Tarpon Canal).


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Summary

With a height of 24 feet and a maximum storage capacity of 24,400 acre-feet, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water resources in Pinellas County. The dam covers a surface area of 2,534 acres and has a drainage area of 60 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 6,000 cubic feet per second.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Structure 551 has not been rated for its overall condition, with its last inspection conducted in November 1998. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and inundation maps preparedness are also lacking specific information. However, the structure is under the jurisdiction of the SWFWMD and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring its compliance with regulatory standards for water resource management. As a vital component in the regional flood control system, Structure 551 maintains a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding communities from potential water-related risks.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

250

Dam Height

7.9

River Or Stream

C-531 (LAKE TARPON CANAL)

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Surface Area

2534

Hydraulic Height

15

Drainage Area

60

Nid Storage

24400

Structural Height

24

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

24
       
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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.