Bradley Junction NW, located in Polk, Florida, is a private dam regulated by the state with a primary purpose of tailings containment.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 100 feet with a hydraulic height of 95 feet and a structural height of 105 feet, providing a storage capacity of 2432 acre-feet. With a spillway width of 64 feet and a maximum discharge of 110 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
The dam is situated on an unnamed pond in Mulberry, Florida, and covers a surface area of 122 acres with a drainage area of 121.6 square miles. Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential and very high risk assessment, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated. It is equipped with a controlled spillway and meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements, ensuring the safety and reliability of the structure for water resource management.
Although lacking in certain details such as the year of completion and last inspection date, Bradley Junction NW's significant role in water storage and risk management cannot be understated. With its strategic location and design specifications, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure for climate and water enthusiasts to monitor and study in the context of sustainable water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in the region.
Dam Length |
14520 |
Dam Height |
100 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED POND |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
122 |
Hydraulic Height |
95 |
Drainage Area |
121.6 |
Nid Storage |
2432 |
Structural Height |
105 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
105 |