Control Structure 4
Key Takeaway
Control Structure 4 is classified as high hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 17 ft (taller than 40.8% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 282 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 80 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00161 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
ORANGE COUNTY STORMWATER MANAGEMENT DIVISION
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Control Structure 4?
Control Structure 4 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 Control Structure 4?
Control Structure 4 is owned by ORANGE COUNTY STORMWATER MANAGEMENT DIVISION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Control Structure 4 built?
Control Structure 4 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Control Structure 4?
Control Structure 4 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Control Structure 4?
Control Structure 4 has a dam height of 17 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.