Bdn-T-06

SADDLE CREEK· Polk, Florida· Built 1949· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Bdn-T-06 is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 71.1% in FL)
Dam Length22,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage12.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage11.2K acre-ft
Surface Area447 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge33 cfs
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)
NID IDFL11000

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 20, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: FDEP

Ownership

STATE OF FLORIDA

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bdn-T-06?

Bdn-T-06 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 Bdn-T-06?

Bdn-T-06 is owned by STATE OF FLORIDA (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bdn-T-06 built?

Bdn-T-06 was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Bdn-T-06?

Bdn-T-06 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Bdn-T-06?

Bdn-T-06 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 Bdn-T-06 last inspected?

Bdn-T-06 was last inspected on January 20, 2006. 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.