Es-Tech Sa-8 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hines Cooling Pond Es-Tech Sa-9
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Es-Tech Sa-8 is a privately owned dam located in Polk, Florida, along the McCullough Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1977, this Earth-type dam stands at 20 feet high with a length of 24,290 feet, providing a storage capacity of 6,804 acre-feet. The dam serves primarily for tailings purposes and has a low hazard potential. Despite being state regulated and inspected, its condition assessment is currently not rated, and no emergency action plan has been prepared.
The dam's location in Fort Meade, Florida, highlights its significance in managing water resources in the region. With a maximum discharge of 25 cubic feet per second and a surface area of 340 acres, Es-Tech Sa-8 plays a crucial role in flood control and water storage. Its presence along the McCullough Creek adds to the resilience of the local ecosystem and contributes to the overall climate adaptation efforts in the area.
While Es-Tech Sa-8 may not pose an immediate risk, ongoing monitoring and maintenance are essential to ensure its continued functionality and safety. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the role of infrastructure like Es-Tech Sa-8 in managing water resources and adapting to changing climate conditions is crucial for sustainable development and resilience in the face of environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
24290 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
MCCULLOUGH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
340 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
6804 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Es-Tech Sa-8