Fgh2 Fort Green Mine in Hardee, Florida is a privately owned earth dam used for tailings storage.
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Completed in 1980, this dam has a height of 40 feet and a hydraulic height of 35 feet, with a capacity of 33,000 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 12,539 feet and sits on the Horse Creek, within the jurisdiction of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
With a spillway type of 'Controlled' and a spillway width of 64 feet, Fgh2 Fort Green Mine poses a significant hazard potential and is classified as having a very high risk (1) according to the risk assessment. The dam's condition has not been rated, and the last inspection conducted was in 2006. Although the dam has not been modified in recent years, it remains under state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure public safety and water resource protection in the area.
Located in the city of Duette and managed by a private entity, Fgh2 Fort Green Mine serves as a crucial water management structure in the region, with a surface area of 858 acres and a drainage area of 1.34 square miles. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the design, purpose, and risk factors associated with dams like Fgh2 Fort Green Mine is essential for promoting sustainable water management practices and ensuring the resilience of our water infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
12539 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
HORSE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
858 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Drainage Area |
1.34 |
Nid Storage |
33000 |
Structural Height |
42 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
42 |