Pol43 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Rockland Mine N-3 Rockland Mine S-4
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Pol43 is a private dam located in Polk County, Florida, specifically in the city of Fort Meade.
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Summary
The dam, also known as Pol43, serves the primary purpose of containing tailings and stands at a height of 14.26 feet with a storage capacity of 11,017.87 acre-feet. The dam, constructed of earth materials, spans a length of 12,809 feet and has a normal storage capacity of 5,137.16 acre-feet.
Managed by the state of Florida, Pol43 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite being labeled as "Undetermined" in terms of hazard potential and "Not Rated" in condition assessment, the dam remains under state jurisdiction and oversight. With a risk assessment and emergency action plan yet to be fully developed, there is still work to be done to enhance the safety and preparedness of this water resource structure.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Pol43 of interest due to its unique location in Polk County and its role in managing tailings. With its private ownership and state regulation, this dam serves as a crucial infrastructure for water storage and management in the region. As efforts to improve safety measures and risk assessment continue, Pol43 remains a focal point for environmental stewardship and water resource management in the area.
Dam Length |
12809 |
Dam Height |
14.26 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED POND |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
174 |
Nid Storage |
11017.87 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
14 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Pol43