Panasoffkee Cdf-Cell2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Panasoffkee Cdf-Cell2 is a state-regulated dam located in Rutland, Florida, specifically designed for tailings purposes.


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Summary

Constructed in 2004 by ARDAMAN & ASSOCIATES, this earth dam stands at 20 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 16 feet and a structural height of 21 feet. It spans a length of 8150 feet and has a storage capacity of 3223 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 2500 acre-feet.

With a significant hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, Panasoffkee Cdf-Cell2 is monitored by the Southwest Florida Water Management District. The dam's spillway is of the controlled type, with a width of 3 feet, and it is situated on the Withlacoochee River. Despite being inspected in 2005, its condition is currently not rated, and there is no established emergency action plan or risk management measures in place. This dam poses a critical concern for water resource and climate enthusiasts due to its high-risk classification and lack of recent assessments or emergency preparedness protocols.

Year Completed

2004

Dam Length

8150

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

WITHLACOOCHEE

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

195

Hydraulic Height

16

Drainage Area

0.3

Nid Storage

3223

Structural Height

21

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

21
       
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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. 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

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, 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.