Noralyn N-10 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Noralyn N-10 is a private earth dam located in Bartow, Florida, with a primary purpose of debris control.


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Summary

Completed in 1961, this dam stands at a height of 40 feet and has a length of 12,860 feet, providing a storage capacity of 10,207 acre-feet. Situated on an unnamed pond in Polk County, this dam is regulated by the state of Florida and undergoes regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting to ensure its structural integrity and safety.

Despite its low hazard potential and current "Not Rated" condition assessment, Noralyn N-10 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. With a surface area of 245 acres and the ability to discharge a maximum of 7 cubic feet per second, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure for flood control and water storage. Although there are no associated structures or locks, the dam's presence contributes to the overall water management system in the region.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Noralyn N-10 represents a key component of Florida's water infrastructure. With its strategic location and significant storage capacity, this earth dam serves as a barrier for debris control and helps regulate water flow in the surrounding area. As climate change continues to impact water resources, maintaining and monitoring dams like Noralyn N-10 becomes increasingly important to ensure the resilience and sustainability of water management systems in the face of evolving environmental challenges.

Year Completed

1961

Dam Length

12860

Dam Height

40

River Or Stream

UNNAMED POND

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

245

Hydraulic Height

40

Nid Storage

10207

Structural Height

35

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

40
       
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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.