Es-Tech At-7 dam
Es-Tech At-7
Es-Tech At-7 is a private dam located in Bowling Green, Florida, along Whidden Creek. Built in 1959, this Earth-type dam stands at 23 feet in height and stretches 14,520 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 1,500 acre-feet. The dam serves primarily for tailings management, with a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated". Despite its age, Es-Tech At-7 remains under state regulation and enforcement, with regular inspections and permitting in place to ensure its safety and compliance with state standards.
Situated within Polk County, Florida, Es-Tech At-7 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, providing storage for up to 1,200 acre-feet of water under normal conditions. The dam's location in S8 T32S R25E contributes to the overall water management system along Whidden Creek, helping to mitigate flooding and ensure a stable water supply for surrounding areas. With its low hazard potential and state-regulated status, Es-Tech At-7 exemplifies responsible dam management practices in the face of climate change and water resource challenges.
As a key structure within the Jacksonville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Es-Tech At-7 symbolizes the importance of private dams in supporting water resource management efforts. With its solid construction and ongoing regulatory oversight, the dam stands as a testament to the collaboration between private owners and state agencies in safeguarding water resources and adapting to the changing climate. Es-Tech At-7 serves as a valuable asset in the region's water infrastructure, highlighting the intersection of technology, environmental stewardship, and climate resilience.
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 Es-Tech At-7 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Whidden Creek Near Fort Meade Fl | 9 cfs | → |
| Peace River At Fort Meade Fl | 2 cfs | → |
| Peace River At Bowling Green Fl | 16 cfs | → |
| Payne Creek Near Bowling Green Fl | 18 cfs | → |
| Peace River Near Homeland Fl | 1 cfs | → |
| Bowlegs Creek Near Fort Meade Fl | 2 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Es-Tech At-7.
Boat launches
- Doc Lindsey Road 2215-2837, Fort Meade
- Griffin Road 676, Wauchula
- Keen Road 506, Frostproof
- Livingston Lake Road, Frostproof
- Nautilus Drive 2712, Avon Park
- Northwest Shore Drive 2100-2170, Avon Park
Campgrounds
- Alafia River State Park
- Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 4
- Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 1
- Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 3
- Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 2
- Circle F Dude Ranch Camp - Summer Camp & Outdoor Education Center
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- County Road 780 Bridge To State Road 72 Bridge
- Begins Downstream Of The State Road 72 Bridge To The Southern Boundary Of Myakka River State Park
- The Southern Boundary Of The Myakka River State Park To Ends Approximately At River Mile 23 Where Riverfront Residential Development Begins
- Approximately At River Mile 23 Where Riverfront Residential Development Begins To The Vicinity Of Snook Haven Fish Camp At Approximately River Mile 18
- Approximately River Mile 18 To A Point Just Upriver Of The Us 41 Highway Crossing
- A Point Just Upriver Of The Us 41 Highway Crossing To The Sarasota/Charlotte County Line
Track Es-Tech At-7 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Es-Tech At-7
Where does the data for Es-Tech At-7 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 Es-Tech At-7.