Water Control Structure 2 dam
Water Control Structure 2
Water Control Structure 2, located in St. Lucie, Florida, serves as a vital flood risk reduction measure along Canal Main No-01, designed by USDA NRCS in 1981. This stone core structure stands at a height of 17 feet, with a hydraulic height of 13 feet and a length of 36 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this structure is flood risk reduction, with additional benefits for irrigation in the region.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Water Control Structure 2 still plays a crucial role in managing water levels and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. The structure features an uncontrolled spillway type and outlet gates, with a maximum discharge capacity of 752 cubic feet per second. Although last inspected in 1994, the condition assessment remains ungraded, emphasizing the need for periodic evaluations to ensure the continued effectiveness and safety of this water control infrastructure.
With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, Water Control Structure 2 stands as a testament to effective water resource management in Florida. While not under state regulation or jurisdiction, this structure highlights the collaborative efforts between local government and the Natural Resources Conservation Service in safeguarding communities against the impacts of extreme weather events. As climate enthusiasts and water resource advocates, understanding and supporting the maintenance and upkeep of such critical infrastructure is essential for building resilience in the face of changing climate patterns.
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 Water Control Structure 2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Canal Nr Vero Beach | 33 cfs | → |
| Main Canal At Vero Beach | 24 cfs | → |
| North Canal Near Vero Beach | 27 cfs | → |
| S-253 Weir Near Fort Drum | · | → |
| South Prong St.Sebastian River Nr Sebastian | 46 cfs | → |
| Fort Drum Cr At Sunshine St Pky Nr Ft Drum | 1 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Water Control Structure 2.
Boat launches
- West Angle Road 9300-10236, Fort Pierce
- Olso Rd
- Round Island Park
- North Causeway Island Park
- Stan Blum Memorial Park
- Jaycee Park
Campgrounds
- Savannas Recreational Park
- Donald Macdonald Campgrounds
- Sebastian Inlet State Park
- Middleton Fish Camp
- St. Lucie Lock
- Phipps County Park
Fishing spots
Track Water Control Structure 2 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 Water Control Structure 2
Where does the data for Water Control Structure 2 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 Low 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 Water Control Structure 2.