Clay Settling Area Al dam
Clay Settling Area Al
The Clay Settling Area Al is a private dam located in Fish Hawk, Florida, along the South Prong Alafia River. Constructed in 1976, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a length of 10,500 feet, with a capacity to store up to 6,000 acre-feet of water. The primary purpose of this dam is for tailings storage, making it a crucial structure for managing water resources in the area.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the Clay Settling Area Al plays a vital role in regulating water flow and storage in the region. With state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place, this dam ensures the safety and sustainability of its operations. The surrounding area benefits from the water management provided by this structure, which helps mitigate flood risks and ensures a stable water supply for various uses.
As a key feature along the South Prong Alafia River, the Clay Settling Area Al is essential for maintaining the ecological balance and water resources in Hillsborough County, Florida. With a surface area of 222 acres and a drainage area of 0 acres, this dam serves as a critical infrastructure for water management and conservation efforts in the region. Its strategic location and purpose make it a significant asset for both water resource management and climate resilience in the area.
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 Clay Settling Area Al -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Prong Alafia River Near Ft Lonesome Fl | 19 cfs | → |
| South Prong Alafia River Near Lithia Fl | 19 cfs | → |
| Little Manatee River Near Ft. Lonesome Fl | · | → |
| North Prong Alafia River At Keysville Fl | 84 cfs | → |
| Alafia River At Lithia Fl | 105 cfs | → |
| North Prong Alafia River Near Nichols Fl | 28 cfs | → |
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About Clay Settling Area Al
Where does the data for Clay Settling Area Al 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 below 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.
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.