Borden Holding Pond No 2, located in Hillsborough, Florida, serves as a private water storage facility primarily used for tailings management.
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Completed in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 13 feet and has a length of 300 feet, providing a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet. The dam, situated along Howell Branch, falls under state jurisdiction with permitting, inspection, and enforcement responsibilities overseen by Florida regulatory agencies.
With a significant hazard potential and a very high risk rating, Borden Holding Pond No 2 is classified as a controlled spillway structure. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plans are not specified in the available data. Given the critical role of water resources and the increasing concerns surrounding climate change impacts, ensuring the safety and maintenance of infrastructure like Borden Holding Pond No 2 is crucial for sustainable water management and the protection of surrounding communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
HOWELL BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
51 |
Structural Height |
7 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
13 |