Keysville (N) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Keysville (N) is a privately owned dam located in Polk, Florida, specifically in the city of Mulberry.


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Summary

This earth-type dam, with a height of 100 feet and a hydraulic height of 95 feet, serves the primary purpose of containing tailings. With a storage capacity of 896 acre-feet, the dam sits on the unnamed pond and has a controlled spillway with a width of 64 feet. The dam has a significant hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, making it crucial for proper monitoring and maintenance.

Despite being privately owned, Keysville (N) is regulated by the state of Florida and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and there is limited information available regarding emergency action plans and risk management measures. With a drainage area of 0.07 square miles and a maximum discharge of 110 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a critical role in managing water resources in the region.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to keep a close eye on structures like Keysville (N) to ensure their safety and effectiveness in water management. With its significant hazard potential and high risk assessment, it is crucial for the dam to be regularly inspected and maintained to prevent any potential disasters. The dam's location in Polk, Florida, highlights the importance of sustainable water resource management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.

Dam Length

20275

Dam Height

100

River Or Stream

UNNAMED POND

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
       
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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.