Watson Sa No 11 Phase 2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Watson Sa No 11 Phase 2 is a privately owned earth dam located in Polk, Florida, near Fort Meade.
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Summary
Built in 1974, this dam serves the primary purpose of tailings management, with a height of 45 feet and a length of 6500 feet. It has a storage capacity of 2808 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 62 acres. The dam is regulated by the state of Florida and undergoes regular inspections, with a low hazard potential rating.
Situated on Bowlegs Creek, Watson Sa No 11 Phase 2 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. With a maximum discharge rate of 18 cubic feet per second, this dam helps in controlling water flow and protecting against potential flooding events. Despite being designated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment, the dam is closely monitored to ensure its structural integrity and operational effectiveness.
Although there are no associated structures or locks, Watson Sa No 11 Phase 2 remains an essential part of the local water infrastructure. Managed by private owners, this dam showcases the collaborative efforts between private and state entities in ensuring water resource sustainability and climate resilience in the area.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
6500 |
Dam Height |
45 |
River Or Stream |
BOWLEGS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
62 |
Hydraulic Height |
45 |
Nid Storage |
2808 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
45 |
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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.
Watson Sa No 11 Phase 2