Swfwmd Structure P-8 (Hamilton) Water Conservation dam
Swfwmd Structure P-8 (Hamilton) Water Conservation
Swfwmd Structure P-8 (Hamilton) Water Conservation, located in Winter Haven, Florida, is a vital structure designed for flood risk reduction along the Peace Creek Canal. Completed in 1965, this earth dam stands at 13.5 feet tall and has a hydraulic height of 11 feet, with a structural height of 23 feet. With a storage capacity of 38,280 acre-feet and a surface area of 2,640 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in water management within the region.
Managed by the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD), Swfwmd Structure P-8 (Hamilton) is a state-regulated structure that serves multiple purposes, including flood risk reduction, recreation, and water supply. With a controlled spillway and slide gates for water release, this dam ensures the safety of the surrounding areas during heavy rainfall and storm events. Despite being assessed as in fair condition in 2016, the high hazard potential of this structure highlights the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to prevent any potential risks to the community.
With its strategic location and significant impact on water conservation efforts, Swfwmd Structure P-8 (Hamilton) exemplifies the importance of sustainable water resource management in Florida. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water availability and quality, structures like P-8 play a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and ensuring a reliable water supply for the region. By incorporating innovative water conservation strategies and regular maintenance practices, this dam remains a key asset in safeguarding the environment and communities it serves.
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 Swfwmd Structure P-8 (Hamilton) Water Conservation -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Peace Creek Drainage Canal Near Wahneta Fl | 12 cfs | → |
| Lake Lena Run Near Auburndale Fl | 0 cfs | → |
| Peace Creek Near Bartow Fl | 9 cfs | → |
| Saddle Creek At State Hwy 570 Near Eaton Park Fl | 0 cfs | → |
| Peace River At Bartow Fl | 7 cfs | → |
| Peace River Near Bartow Fl | · | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Swfwmd Structure P-8 (Hamilton) Water Conservation.
Boat launches
- Crump Road 2764-3664, Winter Haven
- Lake Ned Road Southeast 202, Polk County
- Lake Buckeye Road 1394-1584, Winter Haven
- Lake Eloise Drive, Cypress Gardens
- Lake Roy Drive 165, Winter Haven
- 3rd Street Northwest 887-899, Winter Haven
Campgrounds
- Backpack Campsite
- Circle F Dude Ranch Camp - Summer Camp & Outdoor Education Center
- Saddle Creek County Park
- Wallaby Ranch (Can Camp If Hangliding)
- Lake Kissimmee State Park
- Fallen Oak Campsite
Fishing spots
Track Swfwmd Structure P-8 (Hamilton) Water Conservation in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Swfwmd Structure P-8 (Hamilton) Water Conservation
Where does the data for Swfwmd Structure P-8 (Hamilton) Water Conservation 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.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Swfwmd Structure P-8 (Hamilton) Water Conservation.