Payne Creek Clar. Area No 3 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: January 11, 2026
Payne Creek Clarification Area No.
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Summary
3 is a private dam located in Polk, Florida, specifically in the city of Fort Meade. Constructed in 1971, this earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet with a structural height of 31 feet and a length of 5810 feet. Its primary purpose is for tailings storage, with a storage capacity of 853 acre-feet.
Despite being a low hazard potential dam, Payne Creek Clarification Area No. 3 is regulated by the state of Florida, with permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place. The dam is situated on Payne Creek and falls under the jurisdiction of the Jacksonville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With a surface area of 24 acres and no drainage area specified, the dam serves as a significant structure for water resource management in the region.
Although the condition of Payne Creek Clarification Area No. 3 is currently not rated, its emergency action plan status and risk assessment information are not available. As an integral part of the water infrastructure in the area, this dam plays a vital role in flood control, water storage, and environmental protection. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate management will find this dam's features and regulatory status intriguing in the context of sustainable water resource management.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
5810 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
PAYNE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Nid Storage |
853 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
36 |
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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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