Bdn-T-06 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Bdn-T-06, also known as Tenoroc Lake4b, is a state-owned dam located in Polk, Florida, specifically in the city of Lakeland.


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Summary

Completed in 1949, this recreational dam serves the primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With a dam height of 30 feet and a hydraulic height of 25 feet, this earth dam spans a length of 22,000 feet and has a storage capacity of 12,500 acre-feet, making it a significant water management structure in the area.

Managed by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Bdn-T-06 has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. Despite this, the risk assessment for this dam is categorized as very high, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance. The dam's spillway is controlled, with a width of 10 feet, and it is situated along the Saddle Creek river/stream, contributing to a surface area of 447 acres and a drainage area of 0.67 square miles.

The location of Bdn-T-06 in the Jacksonville District of Florida makes it a crucial part of the region's water infrastructure, providing both recreational opportunities and essential water management services. As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to appreciate the beauty and functionality of this dam, it remains essential for regulatory agencies to uphold inspection, enforcement, and permitting standards to ensure the safety and sustainability of this important water resource.

Year Completed

1949

Dam Length

22000

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

SADDLE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

447

Hydraulic Height

25

Drainage Area

0.67

Nid Storage

12500

Structural Height

35

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

35
       
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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.