Wrg-Bl-010 Dam
Wrg-Bl-010
Wrg-Bl-010, a private dam located in Polk County, Florida, was completed in 1922 for the primary purpose of storing tailings. This earth dam, with a height of 30 feet and a length of 18,504 feet, holds a maximum storage capacity of 12,500 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 461 acres. The dam is regulated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) and is inspected, permitted, and enforced by the state.
With a significant hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, Wrg-Bl-010 is considered to be a critical structure in terms of water resource management and climate resilience. The dam's spillway type is controlled, with a spillway width of 22 feet, allowing for a maximum discharge of 40 cubic feet per second. Despite not having a condition assessment rating, the dam is actively monitored by state authorities to ensure its safety and integrity.
Located on the Alafia River, Wrg-Bl-010 plays a crucial role in flood control and water storage within the region. As an essential piece of infrastructure, the dam's functionality and maintenance are vital in mitigating potential risks and protecting downstream communities from flooding events. Climate enthusiasts and water resource professionals alike should closely monitor the ongoing management and upkeep of Wrg-Bl-010 to ensure its continued effectiveness in safeguarding the surrounding environment.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Wrg-Bl-010 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| North Prong Alafia River Near Nichols Fl | 24 cfs | → |
| Banana-Hancock Canal Nr Highland City | 4 cfs | → |
| Peace River At Bartow Fl | 17 cfs | → |
| North Prong Alafia River At Keysville Fl | 30 cfs | → |
| Peace River Near Bartow Fl | 18 cfs | → |
| Saddle Creek At State Hwy 570 Near Eaton Park Fl | 5 cfs | → |
About Wrg-Bl-010
Where does the data for Wrg-Bl-010 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card below for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.