Tenoroc Bdn-T-03 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Tenoroc Bdn-T-03, located in Polk, Florida, is a state-regulated earth dam on Saddle Creek with a significant hazard potential.


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Summary

Completed in 1950, this dam stands at a height of 10 feet with a hydraulic height of 5 feet and a structural height of 12 feet. It has a length of 21,130 feet and a storage capacity of 6,200 acre-feet, making it a crucial structure for water resource management in the area.

The dam serves primarily for tailings storage and is designed with a stone core and soil foundation. With a controlled spillway type and a maximum discharge capacity of 30 cubic feet per second, Tenoroc Bdn-T-03 plays a vital role in flood control and water storage. Despite not having a current condition assessment, the dam's risk assessment indicates a very high risk level, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality.

Located in a high-risk area, Tenoroc Bdn-T-03 is under the jurisdiction of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. With its critical role in water management and flood control, this dam requires careful monitoring and management to mitigate potential risks and ensure the safety of surrounding communities and ecosystems.

Year Completed

1950

Dam Length

21130

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

SADDLE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

554

Hydraulic Height

5

Drainage Area

0.87

Nid Storage

6200

Structural Height

12

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

12
       
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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.