Sa 13 S.R., located in Hamilton County, Florida, along the Suwannee River, is a privately owned dam primarily used for tailings storage.
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Completed in 2000, this earth dam stands at 24 feet high with a hydraulic height of 19 feet and a structural height of 29 feet. It has a storage capacity of 14,000 acre-feet and a surface area of 636 acres, serving the purpose of controlling water flow and storage. The dam boasts a spillway width of 64 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 220 cubic feet per second, making it a significant structure for water resource management in the area.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Sa 13 S.R. is considered to have a very high risk level, with a risk assessment rating of 1. However, the condition of the dam is currently not rated, indicating a lack of recent evaluation. The dam is under state regulation, with permitting, inspection, and enforcement conducted by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. While the dam has not been modified in recent years and lacks emergency action plans and inundation maps, its importance in water control and management along the Suwannee River cannot be understated for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
2000 |
Dam Length |
18868 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
SUWANNE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
636 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
14000 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
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78cfs |
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136cfs |
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73cfs |
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