Bartow 1

SEE REMARKS· Polk, Florida· Built 1954· Earth· 30 ft tall

High Hazard Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

Bartow 1 is classified as high hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is tailings. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	30 ft (taller than 71.1% in FL)
Dam Length	11,560 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	800 acre-ft
Normal Storage	0 acre-ft

Surface Area	170 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	0 cfs
Year Completed	1954 (72 years old)
NID ID	FL00187

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: October 9, 2014

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: FDEP

Ownership

THE MOSAIC COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bartow 1?

Bartow 1 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Bartow 1?

Bartow 1 is owned by THE MOSAIC COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bartow 1 built?

Bartow 1 was completed in 1954, making it 72 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Bartow 1?

Bartow 1 serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Bartow 1?

Bartow 1 has a dam height of 30 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 Bartow 1 last inspected?

Bartow 1 was last inspected on October 9, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.