Pol20 dam
Pol20
Pol20, located in Polk County, Florida, is a private dam regulated by the state with a primary purpose of storing tailings. Standing at a height of 24.31 feet and with a storage capacity of 22,259.97 acre-feet, the dam sits on an unnamed pond and covers a surface area of 523 acres. Despite its undetermined hazard potential and not yet rated condition assessment, Pol20 is subject to regular state permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Managed by a private owner, Pol20 has not undergone any modifications or inspections in recent years, but its emergency action plan status and risk assessment remain unknown. The dam's design features an earth structure type with a length of 20,328 feet, serving as a critical component for water resource management in the area. With its location in a sensitive environmental and climate context, the dam's role in safeguarding water resources and mitigating climate impacts underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to prevent potential risks.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts monitor the evolving landscape of dam safety and regulation, Pol20 presents a case study in the intersection of infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and emergency preparedness. While its specific risk assessment and management measures are yet to be fully documented, the dam's presence in the Florida landscape highlights the intricate balance between human development and natural ecosystems. As stakeholders continue to engage in dialogue and action on water security and climate resilience, Pol20 stands as a focal point for addressing the complexities of managing water resources in a changing world.
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 Pol20 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Barber Branch Near Homeland Fl | 2 cfs | → |
| Peace River Near Homeland Fl | 5 cfs | → |
| North Prong Alafia River Near Nichols Fl | 28 cfs | → |
| Sixmile Creek At Bartow Fl | 2 cfs | → |
| Peace River At Clear Springs Near Bartow Fl | · | → |
| Peace River Near Bartow Fl | 7 cfs | → |
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Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Pol20.
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About Pol20
Where does the data for Pol20 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 Undetermined 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 below 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.
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.