Larson #2 Wsp, located in Okeechobee, Florida, is a privately owned Earth dam designed by USDA NRCS for tailings purposes.
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Completed in 1989, this dam has a height of 6 feet and a length of 3700 feet, with a storage capacity of 88 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is for tailings storage, and it is situated along the Kissimmee River in the Jacksonville District.
Despite being classified as a low hazard potential structure with a moderate risk assessment, Larson #2 Wsp has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and other controlled outlet gates. While it has not been inspected since April 1994, the structure's emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unclear.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may be interested in Larson #2 Wsp as a unique example of dam infrastructure in Florida. The dam's design, purpose, and location along the Kissimmee River offer insights into water management practices and environmental considerations in the region. Further research and monitoring of this structure could provide valuable data for understanding the intersection of water resources, climate change, and infrastructure resilience.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
3700 |
Dam Height |
6 |
River Or Stream |
KISSIMMEE RIVER - OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
6 |
Drainage Area |
0.02 |
Nid Storage |
88 |
Structural Height |
7 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
7 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Kissimmee Prairie State Park
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Family Campground
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Chandler Slough East Campsite
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