North Lake Dam, located in Tampa, Florida, on Cypress Creek, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
Wind
Humidity
The dam stands at a height of 9 feet with a hydraulic height of 7 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 291 acre-feet. With a spillway width of 38 feet and uncontrolled spillway type, the dam poses a significant hazard potential, although its condition has been assessed as fair as of the last inspection in March 2016.
Despite its fair condition, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, with a DSAC (Dam Safety Action Classification) of 3. The dam is regulated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The surrounding area offers a surface area of 54 acres for recreational activities, making North Lake Dam a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts in Hillsborough County. With its proximity to the city of Tampa, the dam serves as both a functional water control structure and a recreational hub for the local community.
Dam Length |
130 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
CYPRESS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
54 |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Nid Storage |
291 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
9 |