Built in 1974, this dam stands at 25 feet high and spans 280 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 1,460 acre-feet. The primary purpose of S-26 is flood risk reduction, with a significant hazard potential and a condition assessment that is currently not rated.
Despite being last inspected in 1905, S-26 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state of Florida, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining its functionality and safety. The dam's location in Miami, a city vulnerable to sea-level rise and extreme weather events due to climate change, highlights the importance of effective water resource management in the face of a changing climate. With a capacity to handle a maximum discharge of 3,470 cubic feet per second, S-26 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and protecting the surrounding area from potential inundation.
Dam Height |
25 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Year Completed |
1974 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
1460 |
Surface Area |
58 |
River Or Stream |
MIAMI RIVER (NORTH FORK) |
Dam Length |
280 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Primary Dam Type |
Other |
Nid Height |
25 |
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CB Smith Park
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Larry and Penny Thompson Park
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Topeekeegee Yugnee County Park
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Boca Chita Key Campground
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Markham Park
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Elliott Key Campground
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