Summary
Completed in 1967, this dam serves as a containment structure for tailings, with a height of 40 feet and a length of over 10,000 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 4,256 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 13 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition has not been rated, and there is no information available on its emergency action plan or risk management measures.
Situated on an unnamed pond, Area B falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Florida, which regulates its permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes. Although the dam has not been modified in recent years and lacks certain safety features such as spillways or outlet gates, it is still considered to have a low hazard potential. The dam is not owned or funded by any federal agency, and there is no record of it being inspected or assessed for its condition or risk level.
Area B's location within the Jacksonville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers adds to its significance for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With its primary purpose being tailings containment, this earth dam stands as a testament to the engineering and management of water resources in the region. As further assessments and updates are needed to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations, Area B presents a compelling case study for the intersection of infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and climate resilience.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
10056 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED POND |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Nid Storage |
4256 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
40 |
Seasonal Comparison
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Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
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