Hil17 Reservoir Report

Nearby: K-8 Hil16

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hil17, located in Plant City, Florida, is a private dam regulated by the state with a primary purpose of storing tailings.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 8.29 feet and with a length of 9419 feet, Hil17 has a storage capacity of 7728 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 4114.56 acre-feet. The dam is situated on an unnamed pond and is owned by a private entity, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place.

Although the dam's hazard potential is currently labeled as undetermined and its condition assessment is not rated, Hil17 serves as a critical water resource infrastructure in the region. With its significant storage capacity and strategic location, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in Hillsborough County, Florida. Despite the lack of recent inspection data and condition assessment, Hil17 remains an essential component of the local water management infrastructure.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to monitor and assess the condition of dams like Hil17 to ensure their continued function and safety. With the potential risks associated with dams, especially in the face of changing climate conditions, staying informed about the status of critical water infrastructure is crucial for sustainable water management and environmental resilience. As efforts continue to maintain and improve water infrastructure across the country, understanding the data and characteristics of dams like Hil17 is essential for informed decision-making and effective resource management.

Dam Length

9419

Dam Height

8.29

River Or Stream

UNNAMED POND

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

60

Nid Storage

7728

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

8
       
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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. 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

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, 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.