Edward Medard Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Edward Medard Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 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 | 40 ft (taller than 79.9% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 7,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 16.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 770 acres |
| Drainage Area | 30 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00434 |
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
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Edward Medard Reservoir Dam?
Edward Medard Reservoir Dam 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 Edward Medard Reservoir Dam?
Edward Medard Reservoir Dam is owned by HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Edward Medard Reservoir Dam built?
Edward Medard Reservoir Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Edward Medard Reservoir Dam?
Edward Medard Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Edward Medard Reservoir Dam?
Edward Medard Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Edward Medard Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Edward Medard Reservoir Dam was last inspected on May 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.