Bradley Junction E (Ctr) is a private dam located in Polk, Florida, specifically in the city of Mulberry.
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This earth dam, standing at a height of 100 feet, serves the primary purpose of tailings storage. The dam boasts a hydraulic height of 95 feet and a structural height of 105 feet, with a storage capacity of 640 acre-feet and a surface area of 32 acres. It is regulated by the state of Florida and has a significant hazard potential, with a very high risk assessment rating.
Situated on an unnamed pond, Bradley Junction E (Ctr) is under the jurisdiction of the Jacksonville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 64 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 110 cubic feet per second. Despite its impressive size and capacity, the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated", highlighting the need for further evaluation and potential risk management measures. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Bradley Junction E (Ctr) to be a fascinating case study of dam engineering and management in the state of Florida, with its unique location and significant hazard potential adding layers of complexity to its story.
Dam Length |
5227 |
Dam Height |
100 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED POND |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
32 |
Hydraulic Height |
95 |
Drainage Area |
32 |
Nid Storage |
640 |
Structural Height |
105 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
105 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 4
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Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 3
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Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 1
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Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 2
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