Payne Creek Settling Area No 5 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Payne Creek Settling Area No 5 is a private dam located in Fort Meade, Florida, along the Payne Creek stream.
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Summary
Constructed in 1971, this earth dam stands at a height of 59 feet and stretches over 14,000 feet in length. With a maximum storage capacity of 8,455 acre-feet and a surface area of 344 acres, this dam primarily serves as a tailings storage facility.
Despite being regulated by the state of Florida and subject to inspections and enforcement measures, Payne Creek Settling Area No 5 has been deemed to have a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. However, the dam does not have an emergency action plan in place, and there is limited information available on its risk management measures. Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and safety of dams in the area may find Payne Creek Settling Area No 5 to be a fascinating case study for further exploration and analysis.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
14000 |
Dam Height |
59 |
River Or Stream |
PAYNE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
344 |
Hydraulic Height |
59 |
Nid Storage |
8455 |
Structural Height |
50 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
59 |
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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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