Bartow 1, also known as Bartow S-1 Settling Area, is a privately owned earth dam located in Polk, Florida.
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Completed in 1954, this dam primarily serves the purpose of tailings storage, with a height of 30 feet and a length of 11,560 feet. It has a storage capacity of 800 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 170 acres. The dam is situated in the S2 T30 R26E location and is regulated by the state of Florida, with permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place.
Despite its age, Bartow 1 has not been given a condition assessment rating and is considered to have a high hazard potential. The last inspection was conducted in October 2014, with no information available on the inspection frequency or emergency action plan preparedness. The dam's risk assessment, disaster response guidelines, and inundation maps are also not reported. With its proximity to a river or stream (specifics not specified), climate and water resource enthusiasts may find interest in the potential impacts of this dam on local hydrology and the environment, especially considering its high hazard potential and lack of recent assessment data.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
11560 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
SEE REMARKS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
170 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
800 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
30 |