Piney Point(6) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Piney Point(6) is a privately owned dam located in Manatee, Florida, along the Piney Point Creek.


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Summary

This Earth dam stands at a height of 100 feet, with a hydraulic height of 95 feet and a structural height of 105 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 1,920 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 1,344 acre-feet and a surface area of 96 acres.

The dam is classified as having a significant hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. With a very high risk assessment score of 1, Piney Point(6) poses potential risks to the surrounding area in the event of a failure. Despite being regulated and inspected by the state of Florida, the dam lacks certain critical safety features such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and inundation maps.

Given its high risk profile and the lack of certain safety measures, Piney Point(6) serves as a reminder of the importance of proper dam management and maintenance in safeguarding water resources and communities from potential disasters. As climate change continues to impact water resources, ensuring the safety and integrity of dams like Piney Point(6) becomes increasingly crucial in mitigating risks and protecting the environment.

Dam Length

8712

Dam Height

100

River Or Stream

PINEY POINT CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

96

Hydraulic Height

95

Drainage Area

0.15

Nid Storage

1920

Structural Height

105

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

105
       
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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.