Baffin Waterway System Control Stucture
Key Takeaway
Baffin Waterway System Control Stucture is classified as low hazard in Florida. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 10.3% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 80 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 354 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 349 acres |
| NID ID | FL17001 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HERNANDO COUNTY
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Baffin Waterway System Control Stucture?
Baffin Waterway System Control Stucture is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Baffin Waterway System Control Stucture?
Baffin Waterway System Control Stucture is owned by HERNANDO COUNTY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Baffin Waterway System Control Stucture?
Baffin Waterway System Control Stucture serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Baffin Waterway System Control Stucture?
Baffin Waterway System Control Stucture has a dam height of 9 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Baffin Waterway System Control Stucture last inspected?
Baffin Waterway System Control Stucture was last inspected on April 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.