Slurry Pond dam
Slurry Pond
Slurry Pond, located in Hernando County, Florida, is a privately owned earth dam structure completed in 1979. Standing at a height of 20 feet, this pond serves a primary purpose that falls under the category of "Other." With a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet and a surface area of 3 acres, Slurry Pond plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition has not been rated, and it has not been inspected in recent times.
Situated near Skinner Lake in Sugarmill Woods, Slurry Pond is under state jurisdiction and regulation, with permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place. Although the dam has not been modified in recent years, its emergency action plan status and risk assessment remain unspecified. With a low hazard potential, Slurry Pond continues to contribute to water resource management in the area, supported by the efforts of various state agencies responsible for its oversight.
As a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts, Slurry Pond offers a glimpse into the intricate network of dam structures that shape Florida's landscape. Its presence underscores the importance of effective dam management practices, ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resources for both local communities and the environment. Through ongoing monitoring and regulatory efforts, Slurry Pond stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts aimed at safeguarding water resources in the region.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Slurry Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Chassahowitzka River Near Homosassa Fl | 110 cfs | → |
| Withlacoochee River At Nobleton Fl | 4 cfs | → |
| Weeki Wachee River Near Brooksville Fl | 100 cfs | → |
| Weeki Wachee River Nr Weeki Wachee Springs Fl | 92 cfs | → |
| Withlacoochee River Nr Pineola | 0 cfs | → |
| Homosassa R At Homosassa Fl | 803 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Slurry Pond.
Boat launches
- Withlacoochee State Trail Inverness
- East Orange Avenue 9295, Citrus County
- South Mason Creek Road 6875, Homosassa
- South Capecove Loop 4461, Citrus County
- Southwest 113th Place Sumter County
Campgrounds
- Withlacoochee State Forest Mutual Mine Recreation Area
- Holder Mine - Withlacoochee State Forest
- Hog Island - Withlacoochee State Forest
- Silver Lake Camping
- Silver Lake - Withlacoochee State Forest
- Cypress Glen - Withlacoochee State Forest
Fishing spots
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Track Slurry Pond in the Snoflo app
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About Slurry Pond
Where does the data for Slurry Pond come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Slurry Pond.