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Sawgrass Lake Structure in Pinellas Park, Florida, is a concrete dam completed in 1975 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction for the Canal 12 waterway.
Owned by the state and regulated by the Southwest Florida Water Management District, this structure has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. The dam stands at a height of 16.9 feet, with a hydraulic height of 9 feet, and a structural height of 16.9 feet, providing a storage capacity of 2880 acre-feet. The spillway, with a width of 40 feet, is uncontrolled, and the maximum discharge capacity reaches 1000 cubic feet per second.
Located in a critical drainage area with a 6.2 square mile drainage basin, Sawgrass Lake Structure plays a crucial role in managing floodwaters and protecting the surrounding community from potential inundation. Despite not having been inspected since 1998, this dam continues to serve its purpose effectively, with a normal storage capacity of 650 acre-feet and a surface area of 130 acres. With its strategic location and design, Sawgrass Lake Structure stands as a testament to Florida's commitment to water resource management and climate resilience, ensuring the safety and well-being of residents in Pinellas County.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
50 |
Dam Height |
6 |
River Or Stream |
CANAL 12 |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
130 |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Drainage Area |
6.2 |
Nid Storage |
2880 |
Structural Height |
16.9 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
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
The Southern Boundary Of The Myakka River State Park To Ends Approximately At River Mile 23 Where Riverfront Residential Development Begins
Approximately At River Mile 23 Where Riverfront Residential Development Begins To The Vicinity Of Snook Haven Fish Camp At Approximately River Mile 18
Approximately River Mile 18 To A Point Just Upriver Of The Us 41 Highway Crossing