Swfwmd Magdelene Control Structure #3, also known as Hil27, is a state-owned flood control structure located in Tampa, Florida.
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This structure plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction for the surrounding area, as well as providing benefits for recreation and water supply. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, this earth dam stands at a height of 2 feet and has a hydraulic height of 1 foot.
Constructed on Lake Magdalene, Swfwmd Magdelene Control Structure #3 has a maximum storage capacity of 256 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 141 acre-feet. The controlled spillway type and outlet gates, which include slide (sluice gate), help regulate water flow and manage flood events effectively. Despite being assessed as in fair condition as of April 2016, the structure is considered to have a significant hazard potential, with a risk assessment rating of very high (1).
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the vital role that Swfwmd Magdelene Control Structure #3 plays in managing water levels and mitigating flood risks in the Hillsborough County area. As a state-regulated and state-permitted structure, it is subject to regular inspections and enforcement measures by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. The structure's location and design make it a crucial component of the flood control infrastructure in the region, ensuring the safety and well-being of local residents and ecosystems.
Dam Length |
14 |
Dam Height |
2 |
River Or Stream |
LAKE MAGDALENE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
206 |
Hydraulic Height |
1 |
Nid Storage |
256 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
2 |