The City of Lakeland Wetland Treatment System Central is a vital water resource infrastructure located in Polk County, Florida, designed by Ardurman & Associates and completed in 1995.
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This wetland treatment system serves as a crucial component in the management of tailings, with a primary purpose of containment and treatment. The system boasts an impressive dam height of 25 feet and a hydraulic height of 20 feet, providing significant storage capacity of 6200 acre-feet and a surface area of 273 acres.
Situated along the Alafia River, this wetland treatment system plays a crucial role in maintaining water quality and regulating discharge, with a controlled spillway ensuring proper management of water flow. The system's significant hazard potential underscores the importance of its regular inspection and maintenance, with a very high risk assessment rating. Despite its condition being marked as "Not Rated," the City of Lakeland Wetland Treatment System Central remains a key asset in the region's water resource management efforts, contributing to the overall health and sustainability of Florida's waterways.
As a state-regulated and state-permitted facility, this wetland treatment system operates under the oversight of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and standards. With its strategic location and impressive design features, the City of Lakeland Wetland Treatment System Central stands as a testament to responsible water resource management and the importance of infrastructure in supporting climate resilience and sustainability efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1995 |
Dam Length |
16000 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
ALAFIA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
273 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
0.43 |
Nid Storage |
6200 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |