G-81
Key Takeaway
G-81 is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 43.2% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 107 acres |
| Drainage Area | 50 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2000 |
| NID ID | FL28004 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
SFWMD
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of G-81?
G-81 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 G-81?
G-81 is owned by SFWMD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was G-81 built?
G-81 was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 G-81?
G-81 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 G-81?
G-81 has a dam height of 18 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 G-81 last inspected?
G-81 was last inspected on July 10, 1905. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.