Wrg-Bl-08e Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Wrg-Bl-08e is a private earth dam located in Polk, Florida along the Alafia River.


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Summary

Completed in 1977, this dam has a height of 20 feet and a hydraulic height of 15 feet, serving primarily for tailings purposes. With a storage capacity of 340 acre-feet and a surface area of 20 acres, Wrg-Bl-08e plays a key role in managing water resources in the region.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and not currently rated for condition, Wrg-Bl-08e is subject to state regulation and inspection by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While the last inspection took place in 2006, the dam has not been assigned an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and lacks updated inundation maps and emergency contact information.

Overall, Wrg-Bl-08e serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in Polk County, Florida. With its moderate risk assessment and lack of recent inspections and emergency preparedness measures, there is a need for continued monitoring and potential updates to ensure the safety and effectiveness of this important dam in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1977

Dam Length

3707

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

ALAFIA RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

20

Hydraulic Height

15

Drainage Area

0.03

Nid Storage

340

Structural Height

22

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

22
       
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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.