Gardinier Area E Reservoir Report
Nearby: Usac Peeples North
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Gardinier Area E is a private earth dam located in Bowling Green, Florida, along the Whidden Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1976, this dam stands at a height of 48 feet and has a structural height of 43 feet, with a length of 20,330 feet. Its primary purpose is for tailings, with a storage capacity of 22,666 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 18,500 acre-feet. The dam covers a surface area of 472 acres and is regulated by the state of Florida, with permitting, inspection, and enforcement all in place.
Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the condition assessment of Gardinier Area E is currently listed as "Not Rated." The dam has not been rated for its emergency action plan, and details on risk assessment, management measures, and inundation maps are not available. With a lack of recent inspection data and emergency preparedness information, there may be concerns about the safety and maintenance of this crucial water resource infrastructure for surrounding communities and the environment. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find Gardinier Area E an intriguing case study for further investigation and analysis.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
20330 |
Dam Height |
48 |
River Or Stream |
WHIDDEN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
472 |
Hydraulic Height |
48 |
Nid Storage |
22666 |
Structural Height |
43 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
48 |
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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.
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