Located in Plant City, Florida, the Unnamed Dam, also known as Hil2, is a private-owned structure built for irrigation purposes along the Boggy Creek.
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Standing at 13 feet high with a hydraulic height of 10 feet, this earth dam spans 1070 feet and has a storage capacity of 171 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is rated as having a poor condition as of its last inspection in March 2016.
The dam, regulated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, features an uncontrolled spillway 80 feet wide and covers a surface area of 20 acres within a drainage area of 2.2 square miles. While the risk assessment for the dam is considered moderate, with a Risk Character Summary of 3, no emergency action plan or inundation maps have been prepared as of the latest data update in April 2021. With its location in Hillsborough County and proximity to the city of Plant City, the Unnamed Dam serves as a crucial infrastructure for irrigation in the region.
Despite its current poor condition assessment and moderate risk rating, the Unnamed Dam continues to play a vital role in water resource management in the area. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to monitor and address the maintenance and safety of such structures to ensure their continued functionality and minimize potential risks to the surrounding community and environment.
Dam Length |
1070 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
BOGGY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
2.2 |
Nid Storage |
171 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
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Lithia Springs
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Group Campsite B
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Group Campsite A
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Alafia River State Park
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Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 1
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Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 2
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