Pol60 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Pol60 is a private dam located in Polk, Florida, specifically in FORT MEADE.
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Summary
This dam, with a height of 9.37 feet and a length of 13198 feet, primarily serves the purpose of tailings containment. It holds a storage capacity of 2406.23 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 864.98 acre-feet. The dam overlooks an unnamed pond and is regulated by the state of Florida, with permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place.
While the condition of Pol60 is currently rated as "Not Rated" and its hazard potential is deemed "Undetermined," the dam has not been assessed for emergency preparedness or risk management. Despite lacking these evaluations, Pol60 remains under state jurisdiction and is subject to regulation and inspection by Florida authorities. The dam's location, at S30, T31S, R24E, highlights its significance in the local water resource management landscape.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Pol60 presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned dam with critical implications for water storage and flood control in Polk County, Florida. The dam's construction, purpose, and regulatory oversight offer valuable insights into the intersection of infrastructure development, environmental protection, and public safety. As discussions around dam safety and resilience continue to evolve, Pol60 serves as a focal point for understanding the complex dynamics of water management in the region.
Dam Length |
13198 |
Dam Height |
9.37 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED POND |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
124 |
Nid Storage |
2406.23 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
9 |
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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.
Pol60