Des04 dam
Des04
Des04 is a private dam located in DeSoto, Florida, specifically in the city of Arcadia. The dam, primarily used for tailings, is an earth-type structure with a height of 6.54 feet and a storage capacity of 421.41 acre-feet. The dam is situated on an unnamed pond and falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Florida.
Owned privately, Des04 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state authorities, ensuring its compliance with safety and environmental standards. Despite being categorized as having an "Undetermined" hazard potential and being "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment remain unclear. With a maximum storage capacity of 421.41 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 177.82 acre-feet, Des04 serves as a significant water resource structure in the region.
While Des04 may pose some level of risk due to its condition and hazard potential, it plays a crucial role in water management and resource allocation in DeSoto, Florida. The dam's location, design, and purpose highlight the intricate relationship between water resources, climate considerations, and infrastructure development, making it a subject of interest for enthusiasts and professionals in the field. Further monitoring and assessment of Des04's safety and functionality will be essential for ensuring the continued protection and sustainable use of this vital water resource.
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.
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 Des04 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Prairie Creek Near Fort Ogden Fl | 59 cfs | → |
| Joshua Creek At Nocatee Fl | 9 cfs | → |
| Prairie Creek Upstream Of Sr 31 Near Ft Ogden Fl | 45 cfs | → |
| Peace River At Nocatee Fl | 305 cfs | → |
| Peace River At Arcadia Fl | 26 cfs | → |
| Prairie Creek On Cr 764 Near Punta Gorda Fl | 65 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Des04.
Boat launches
- County Road 760 3162, Arcadia
- American Legion Drive 2288, Arcadia
- Washington Loop Road 35301, Punta Gorda
- Southwest Reese Street 8644, Arcadia
- Southwest Riverside Drive 8645, Arcadia
- River Road 885, Zolfo Springs
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- A Point Approximately 1/2 Mile South Of Sr 771 At El Jobean To The River's Mouth In The Vicinity Of Hog Island
- A Point Just Upriver Of The Us 41 Highway Crossing To The Sarasota/Charlotte County Line
- County Road 780 Bridge To State Road 72 Bridge
- Begins Downstream Of The State Road 72 Bridge To The Southern Boundary Of Myakka River State Park
- Approximately River Mile 18 To A Point Just Upriver Of The Us 41 Highway Crossing
- The Southern Boundary Of The Myakka River State Park To Ends Approximately At River Mile 23 Where Riverfront Residential Development Begins
More reservoirs
Track Des04 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Des04
Where does the data for Des04 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 above 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.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Des04.