Wc 3(A) Mix Area Reservoir Report
Nearby: Man01 Wingate Creek Isa
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Wc 3(A) Mix Area is a privately owned dam located in Manatee, Florida, along the Myakka River.
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Summary
Built in 1992, this earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a structural height of 15 feet, with a capacity to store 1500 acre-feet of water. The primary purpose of this dam is for tailings storage, serving as a crucial structure for water resource management in the area.
The dam's spillway type is controlled, with a width of 16 feet, and a maximum discharge capacity of 10 cubic feet per second. The hazard potential of Wc 3(A) Mix Area is considered significant, with a very high risk assessment rating. The dam is state-regulated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, ensuring that it meets all necessary safety and inspection requirements to mitigate potential risks.
Overall, Wc 3(A) Mix Area plays a vital role in water resource management in the region, providing storage and control of water flow along the Myakka River. With its strategic location and design features, this dam serves as a key infrastructure for climate and water resource enthusiasts to study and monitor in the context of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1992 |
Dam Length |
12885 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
MYAKKA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
175 |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Drainage Area |
0.27 |
Nid Storage |
1500 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Wc 3(A) Mix Area