G103 Control Structure
Key Takeaway
G103 Control Structure is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 31.3% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 70 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 49.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5,400 acres |
| Drainage Area | 42 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 734 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1998 |
| NID ID | FL13004 |
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
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of G103 Control Structure?
G103 Control Structure 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 G103 Control Structure?
G103 Control Structure is owned by SFWMD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was G103 Control Structure built?
G103 Control Structure was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 G103 Control Structure?
G103 Control Structure 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 G103 Control Structure?
G103 Control Structure has a dam height of 15 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.