Secondary Wastewater Treatment Impoundment Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Secondary Wastewater Treatment Impoundment, also known as an Oxidation Pond, is a privately-owned facility located in Palatka, Florida.


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Summary

Constructed in 1972, this Earth dam structure stands at a height of 10 feet and spans a length of 26,400 feet, with a storage capacity of 5,220 acre-feet. Situated on Rice Creek-offstream, this impoundment plays a crucial role in the treatment of wastewater in the region.

Regulated by the state of Florida, this impoundment serves as an essential component in the wastewater management system, with a significant hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of the last inspection in July 2014. Its primary purpose is classified as "Other," highlighting its crucial role in maintaining water quality and environmental health in the area. Despite its age, the impoundment continues to operate effectively, meeting state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements.

With a surface area of 930 acres and a normal storage capacity of 2,610 acre-feet, the Secondary Wastewater Treatment Impoundment stands as a testament to effective water resource management in the region. Its presence underscores the importance of secondary treatment in wastewater facilities and showcases the commitment to environmental protection and sustainability in Palatka, Florida.

Year Completed

1972

Dam Length

26400

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

RICE CREEK-OFFSTREAM

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

930

Hydraulic Height

10

Nid Storage

5220

Structural Height

9

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

10
       
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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. 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

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, 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.