Piney Point(2) is a private dam located in Manatee, Florida, along Piney Point Creek.
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This significant structure serves the primary purpose of tailings storage, with a dam height of 100 feet and a hydraulic height of 95 feet. The dam has a capacity of 896 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 627 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 110 cubic feet per second. The spillway type is controlled, with a width of 64 feet.
The dam at Piney Point(2) poses a significant hazard potential, with a very high risk assessment rating. Despite its condition being listed as "Not Rated," the risk management measures and emergency action plan status are unspecified. The surrounding area is at risk of inundation in the event of a breach or failure, and the dam has not been inspected in recent years. With its location in a high-risk area and a lack of updated emergency preparedness measures, Piney Point(2) remains a concern for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Given its critical importance for tailings storage and potential risk to the surrounding area, Piney Point(2) warrants close monitoring and assessment to ensure the safety of the dam and the community downstream. The dam's current status as not rated for condition assessment raises concerns about its structural integrity and the effectiveness of risk management measures in place. As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, the need for proactive maintenance and emergency preparedness at Piney Point(2) becomes increasingly urgent to mitigate potential hazards and protect the environment and residents in the area.
Dam Length |
5861 |
Dam Height |
100 |
River Or Stream |
PINEY POINT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
45 |
Hydraulic Height |
95 |
Drainage Area |
0.07 |
Nid Storage |
896 |
Structural Height |
105 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
105 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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E G Simmons County Park
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Youth Camping
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Little Manatee River State Park
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Primative Camp Site
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