Palmetto Clar. Area No 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Palmetto Clar.


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Summary

Area No 1 is a private dam located in Fort Meade, Florida, along the banks of Little Payne Creek. Completed in 1961, this earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet and has a structural height of 32 feet, with a total length of 5810 feet. The dam serves the primary purpose of tailings storage, providing a storage capacity of 720 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 19 acres.

Despite its low hazard potential and the absence of a condition assessment rating, Palmetto Clar. Area No 1 is regulated and permitted by the state of Florida, with regular inspections and enforcement in place. The dam is under state jurisdiction and deemed to be in a satisfactory condition. With no associated structures or significant modifications over the years, the dam remains a key component in managing water resources in the region, with a focus on tailings containment and storage.

Situated within the Jacksonville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Palmetto Clar. Area No 1 stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience. With its sturdy design and regulated operation, the dam plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the surrounding area, while also contributing to the overall sustainability of water resources in Polk County, Florida.

Year Completed

1961

Dam Length

5810

Dam Height

37

River Or Stream

LITTLE PAYNE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

19

Hydraulic Height

37

Nid Storage

720

Structural Height

32

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

37
       
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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. 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

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, 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.