Pr 1-2 (Peace River) dam
Pr 1-2 (Peace River)
Pr 1-2 (Peace River) is a privately owned dam located in Polk, Florida, with a primary purpose of tailings management. This earth-type dam stands at a height of 40 feet and spans a length of 28,000 feet, providing a storage capacity of 30,400 acre-feet. Completed in 1965, the dam has a surface area of 54 acres and a maximum discharge capacity of 200 cubic feet per second. Despite being categorized as having a high hazard potential, its condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," indicating a need for further evaluation.
Situated in the Jacksonville District, Pr 1-2 plays a crucial role in regulating water resources in the area, with state jurisdiction and permitting requirements in place. The dam's location in the Peace River watershed underscores its significance in managing water flow and potential flood risks in the region. While the dam has not been modified in recent years and lacks designated outlet gates, its operational and emergency response protocols remain unspecified, raising questions about its readiness to address potential hazards or incidents.
Overall, Pr 1-2 serves as a vital structure for water resource management in Polk County, Florida, highlighting the intersection of human infrastructure with natural ecosystems. As stakeholders continue to monitor its condition and regulatory compliance, ensuring the safety and effectiveness of this dam will be essential in safeguarding the surrounding communities and environment from potential risks associated with its operations. Climate and water resource enthusiasts are encouraged to stay informed about developments related to Pr 1-2 and its role in sustaining the delicate balance of water resources in the region.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Pr 1-2 (Peace River) -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Peace River At Fort Meade Fl | 5 cfs | → |
| Peace River Near Homeland Fl | 2 cfs | → |
| Barber Branch Near Homeland Fl | 1 cfs | → |
| Peace River At Clear Springs Near Bartow Fl | · | → |
| Sixmile Creek At Bartow Fl | 2 cfs | → |
| Whidden Creek Near Fort Meade Fl | 7 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Pr 1-2 (Peace River).
Boat launches
- Doc Lindsey Road 2215-2837, Fort Meade
- Keen Road 506, Frostproof
- East Eagle Avenue 942, Eagle Lake
- West Eagle Avenue, Eagle Lake
- North Lakeshore Boulevard 769, Lake Wales
- Lake Shipp Drive 1605-1699, Winter Haven
Campgrounds
- Circle F Dude Ranch Camp - Summer Camp & Outdoor Education Center
- Saddle Creek County Park
- Arbuckle - Lake Wales Ridge Sf
- Backpack Campsite
- Lake Arbuckle Co Park
- Alafia River State Park
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- County Road 780 Bridge To State Road 72 Bridge
- Begins Downstream Of The State Road 72 Bridge To The Southern Boundary Of Myakka River State Park
- The Southern Boundary Of The Myakka River State Park To Ends Approximately At River Mile 23 Where Riverfront Residential Development Begins
Track Pr 1-2 (Peace River) in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Pr 1-2 (Peace River)
Where does the data for Pr 1-2 (Peace River) come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Pr 1-2 (Peace River).