C.W. "Bill" Young Reservoir dam
C.W. "Bill" Young Reservoir
C.W. "Bill" Young Reservoir in Manatee, Florida is a private water supply reservoir completed in 2005 with a storage capacity of 45,000 acre-feet and a surface area of 930 acres. Managed by HDR Engineering, this reservoir on the Alafia River serves as a critical water resource for the region, meeting water supply needs and supporting the surrounding communities. The dam is classified as an earth dam with a height of 65 feet, providing essential infrastructure for water management and conservation.
Located in Riverview, Florida, the C.W. "Bill" Young Reservoir is regulated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) and maintained for water supply purposes. With a high hazard potential due to its size and capacity, the reservoir plays a crucial role in water storage and management in the area. While the condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," the reservoir's design and construction reflect modern engineering standards, ensuring its reliability and functionality for years to come. As a part of the Jacksonville District, the reservoir contributes to the overall water resource management efforts in the region, highlighting the importance of sustainable water infrastructure for climate resilience.
With its strategic location on the Alafia River and its significant storage capacity, the C.W. "Bill" Young Reservoir stands as a key component of Florida's water supply infrastructure. Supported by state jurisdiction and regulatory oversight, this reservoir plays a vital role in maintaining water security and resilience in the face of changing climate conditions. As an essential resource for the community, the C.W. "Bill" Young Reservoir exemplifies the importance of efficient water management and infrastructure development in ensuring sustainable water resources for the future.
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 C.W. "Bill" Young Reservoir -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Myakka River Upst From Youngs Ck Nr Myakka City Fl | 3 cfs | → |
| Long Creek Near Myakka City Fl | 1 cfs | → |
| Horse Creek Near Myakka Head Fl | 1 cfs | → |
| Coker Creek Near Myakka City Fl | 6 cfs | → |
| Maple Creek Near Myakka City Fl | 0 cfs | → |
| Manatee River Near Myakka Head Fl | 4 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near C.W. "Bill" Young Reservoir.
Boat launches
- Manatee County
- Myakka State Park Road, Sarasota
- River Road 885, Zolfo Springs
- Griffin Road 676, Wauchula
- Fort Hamer Road 1600, Parrish
- American Legion Drive 2288, Arcadia
Campgrounds
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
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Track C.W. "Bill" Young Reservoir in the Snoflo app
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About C.W. "Bill" Young Reservoir
Where does the data for C.W. "Bill" Young Reservoir 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 High 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.
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Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of C.W. "Bill" Young Reservoir.