Mulberry S dam
Mulberry S
Mulberry S is a private dam located in Bartow, Florida, specifically in Polk County. This earth dam stands at a height of 100 feet, with a hydraulic height of 95 feet and a structural height of 105 feet. It serves the primary purpose of tailings storage, with a maximum storage capacity of 1408 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 986 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 7022 feet and has a surface area of 70 acres, with a drainage area of 70.4 square miles.
The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 64 feet and has a maximum discharge capacity of 110 cubic feet per second. It is classified as having a significant hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating of 1. Despite being state-regulated, the dam's condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," and there is no information available regarding the last inspection date or inspection frequency. Mulberry S presents a unique opportunity for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study the management and potential risks associated with private dam structures in Florida.
With its location in an unnamed pond and under the jurisdiction of the Jacksonville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Mulberry S provides valuable insights into the oversight and operation of private dams in environmentally sensitive areas. The dam's design and construction details offer a glimpse into the engineering considerations for tailings storage facilities and the importance of maintaining proper risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of such structures. For those interested in water resource management and climate resilience, Mulberry S serves as a case study in the intersection of infrastructure, regulation, and environmental stewardship in the face of changing climate conditions.
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 Mulberry S -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sixmile Creek At Bartow Fl | 2 cfs | → |
| Peace River At Bartow Fl | 7 cfs | → |
| Peace River At Clear Springs Near Bartow Fl | · | → |
| Barber Branch Near Homeland Fl | 1 cfs | → |
| Peace River Near Bartow Fl | · | → |
| Peace River Near Homeland Fl | 1 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Mulberry S.
Boat launches
- Highlands By The Lake Way 3184, Lakeland
- West Eagle Avenue, Eagle Lake
- East Eagle Avenue 942, Eagle Lake
- Lake Sears Drive 102, Winter Haven
- Saddle Creek Park Road 988, Polk County
- Lake Bonny Drive East 101-199, Lakeland
Campgrounds
- Saddle Creek County Park
- Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 4
- Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 3
- Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 1
- Alderman's Ford Park Campsite 2
- Alafia River State Park
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- 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
More reservoirs
Track Mulberry S in the Snoflo app
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About Mulberry S
Where does the data for Mulberry S 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 Significant 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 Mulberry S.