K-7 is a private dam located in Polk, Florida, with a primary purpose of tailings storage.
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Humidity
The earth dam stands at a height of 50 feet, providing a storage capacity of 47,000 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 940 acres. The dam is situated on an unnamed pond and is regulated by the state of Florida, with inspections, permitting, and enforcement all in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, K-7 is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment, with the last inspection conducted in August 2014. The dam's risk assessment is moderate (3), indicating a level of potential risk that needs to be managed. While emergency action plans and inundation maps are not currently prepared or up to date, the dam is monitored for any necessary risk management measures. Overall, K-7 represents a critical infrastructure for water resource management in the area, with a significant storage capacity and potential impact on the surrounding environment in case of failure.
Dam Height |
50 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED POND |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
940 |
Nid Storage |
47000 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
50 |