Des04

UNNAMED POND· DeSoto, Florida· Earth· 7 ft tall
Unknown Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

Des04 is classified as unknown in Florida. Its primary use is tailings.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 3.4% in FL)
Dam Length4,898 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage421 acre-ft
Normal Storage178 acre-ft
Surface Area32 acres
NID IDFL32001

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SWFWMD

Ownership

FLM INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Des04?

Des04 is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Des04?

Des04 is owned by FLM INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Des04?

Des04 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 Des04?

Des04 has a dam height of 7 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.

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.