Pol26 is a private dam located in Polk, Florida, specifically in the city of Mulberry.
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The dam, named after its primary purpose of containing tailings, is classified as an Earth dam with a height of 10.34 feet and a length of 7002 feet. It has a storage capacity of 1786.22 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 1031.62 acre-feet, and covers a surface area of 53 acres. Despite being State-regulated and permitted, its hazard potential remains undetermined, and its condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated."
Situated in an unnamed pond and falling under the jurisdiction of the Jacksonville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Pol26 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. The dam's location at coordinates 27.873662 latitude and -81.943054 longitude highlights its strategic position in regulating water flow and storage. While its last inspection date, condition assessment, and emergency preparedness details are currently unavailable, its presence underscores the importance of monitoring and maintaining water infrastructure for climate resilience.
With a unique primary purpose of tailings containment, Pol26 stands as a significant structure in the water management network of Polk County, Florida. Despite its undetermined hazard potential and lack of recent assessments, its role in regulating water levels and ensuring public safety underscores the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to address potential risks and ensure the sustainable management of water resources in the region.
Dam Length |
7002 |
Dam Height |
10.34 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED POND |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
53 |
Nid Storage |
1786.22 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
10 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 4
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Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 3
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Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 1
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Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 2
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