Mulberry (6) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Mulberry (6) is a private dam located in Polk, Florida, along the North Prong Alafia River.


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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. With a storage capacity of 640 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 110 cubic feet per second, Mulberry (6) serves primarily for tailings purposes.

Despite its significant hazard potential and very high risk assessment, Mulberry (6) has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state of Florida, ensuring its structural integrity and safety. However, emergency action plans, inundation maps, and risk management measures for the dam are not available, raising concerns for the surrounding community in the event of a potential failure.

For enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate, Mulberry (6) presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned dam in Florida with a complex risk profile. The dam's location along a river and its significant hazard potential underscore the importance of proper regulation and maintenance to prevent potential disasters. As climate change continues to impact water resources, understanding the condition and management of dams like Mulberry (6) becomes crucial for ensuring the safety and sustainability of water infrastructure in the face of evolving environmental challenges.

Dam Length

5069

Dam Height

100

River Or Stream

NORTH PRONG ALAFIA RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

32

Hydraulic Height

95

Drainage Area

0.05

Nid Storage

640

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.