Kingsford K-2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Kingsford K-2 is a private earth dam located in Polk, Florida, specifically in the city of Bradley.


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Summary

Completed in 1967, this dam serves the primary purpose of debris control for the unnamed pond it overlooks. With a height of 52 feet and a length of 12,740 feet, Kingsford K-2 has a storage capacity of 15,200 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 275 acres.

Despite its low hazard potential, Kingsford K-2 is state-regulated and subject to inspection, permitting, and enforcement by the Florida state regulatory agency. The dam is designed to handle a maximum discharge of 40 cubic feet per second, ensuring the safety and stability of the surrounding area. While the condition of Kingsford K-2 is currently not rated, it continues to play a crucial role in managing water resources and protecting the local environment.

As a key infrastructure for debris control in the region, Kingsford K-2 showcases the importance of effective dam management in mitigating potential risks and ensuring the sustainable use of water resources. Its location in a vital watershed area highlights the interconnectedness of water systems and the need for responsible stewardship to address climate challenges. Kingsford K-2 stands as a testament to the ongoing efforts to balance water management and environmental conservation in the face of changing climate patterns.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

12740

Dam Height

52

River Or Stream

UNNAMED POND

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

275

Hydraulic Height

52

Nid Storage

15200

Structural Height

45

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

52
       
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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.