Lateral C Structure Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Lateral C Structure, located in Vero Beach, Florida, is a privately owned dam that plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction and irrigation in the area.
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Summary
Built in 1963, this earth dam stands at a height of 13 feet and has a length of 52 feet. With a storage capacity of 786 acre-feet and a surface area of 60 acres, it serves as a key infrastructure for managing water resources in the region.
Despite its low hazard potential, Lateral C Structure is regulated by the state of Florida and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. The dam is designed to handle maximum discharges, although no spillway type or width is specified in the data. The primary purpose of this dam is flood risk reduction, and it is also utilized for irrigation purposes, highlighting its importance in sustaining agriculture and mitigating water-related risks in the area.
With its location along the Lateral C Canal, Lateral C Structure is a crucial component of the water management system in Indian River County. Although not rated for its condition assessment, this dam continues to play a vital role in safeguarding the surrounding communities from potential flooding events. As a significant infrastructure project with a history dating back to the 1960s, Lateral C Structure stands as a testament to the importance of efficient water resource management and climate resilience in Florida.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
52 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
LATERAL C CANAL |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
60 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
786 |
Structural Height |
6 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
Lateral C Structure
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