Main Stack Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Main Stack is a private earth dam located in Hillsborough, Florida, specifically in the city of Gibsonton.


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Summary

Built in 1989 by ARDAMAN & ASSOCIATES, this dam stands at a towering height of 103 feet, with a hydraulic height of 98 feet and a structural height of 103 feet. It serves primarily for tailings storage, with a storage capacity of 16,000 acre-feet and a surface area of 251 acres.

The dam is regulated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) and undergoes regular state inspections, permitting, and enforcement. With a significant hazard potential and a high risk assessment rating of 2, Main Stack poses potential risks that need to be managed effectively. Despite not having a spillway or outlet gates, the dam has not been rated for its condition as of yet, highlighting the importance of continuous monitoring and assessment to ensure its structural integrity and safety.

With the dam situated along Archie Creek and falling under the jurisdiction of the Jacksonville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Main Stack is a key infrastructure for water resource management in the region. As climate change continues to impact water resources, understanding and maintaining the integrity of such structures is crucial for mitigating potential risks and ensuring the sustainable management of our water supply.

Year Completed

1989

Dam Length

12968

Dam Height

103

River Or Stream

ARCHIE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

251

Hydraulic Height

98

Drainage Area

0.39

Nid Storage

16000

Structural Height

103

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

103
       
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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.