W1 Phase2 South Pasture dam
W1 Phase2 South Pasture
W1 Phase2 South Pasture is a private dam located in Hardee, Florida, along the Peace River. The dam, primarily used for tailings storage, was completed in 2003 and stands at a height of 35 feet with a hydraulic height of 30 feet. With a storage capacity of 14,000 acre-feet and a surface area of 420 acres, this earth dam is regulated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its structural integrity.
The significant hazard potential of W1 Phase2 South Pasture highlights the importance of monitoring and maintaining this critical water resource infrastructure. With a very high risk assessment rating, it is crucial to have emergency action plans in place to mitigate any potential risks to downstream communities in the event of a dam failure. The dam's controlled spillway and associated structures play a key role in managing water discharge and ensuring the safety of surrounding areas.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the design and operational aspects of dams like W1 Phase2 South Pasture is essential for safeguarding our water supply and ecosystem health. The collaboration between regulatory agencies, dam owners, and designers is crucial in ensuring that these structures meet safety standards and are adequately maintained to prevent any adverse environmental impacts. By staying informed and engaged in the monitoring and management of critical infrastructure like W1 Phase2 South Pasture, we can contribute to sustainable water resource management practices for the benefit of current and future generations.
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.
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 W1 Phase2 South Pasture -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Horse Creek Near Myakka Head Fl | 2 cfs | → |
| Payne Creek Near Bowling Green Fl | 5 cfs | → |
| Little Charlie Creek Near Mouth Near Wauchula Fl | 0 cfs | → |
| Peace River At Zolfo Springs Fl | 13 cfs | → |
| Peace River At Bowling Green Fl | 8 cfs | → |
| South Prong Alafia River Near Ft Lonesome Fl | 11 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near W1 Phase2 South Pasture.
Boat launches
- Griffin Road 676, Wauchula
- River Road 885, Zolfo Springs
- Manatee County
- Doc Lindsey Road 2215-2837, Fort Meade
- American Legion Drive 2288, Arcadia
- Alderman's Ford Park Trail Hillsborough County
Campgrounds
- Alafia River State Park
- Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 4
- Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 1
- Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 2
- Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 3
- Lake Manatee State Park
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- County Road 780 Bridge To State Road 72 Bridge
- Begins Downstream Of The State Road 72 Bridge To The Southern Boundary Of Myakka River State Park
- The Southern Boundary Of The Myakka River State Park To Ends Approximately At River Mile 23 Where Riverfront Residential Development Begins
- Approximately At River Mile 23 Where Riverfront Residential Development Begins To The Vicinity Of Snook Haven Fish Camp At Approximately River Mile 18
- Approximately River Mile 18 To A Point Just Upriver Of The Us 41 Highway Crossing
- A Point Just Upriver Of The Us 41 Highway Crossing To The Sarasota/Charlotte County Line
Track W1 Phase2 South Pasture in the Snoflo app
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About W1 Phase2 South Pasture
Where does the data for W1 Phase2 South Pasture 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 above 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.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of W1 Phase2 South Pasture.