Green Bay Gypstack Cell 1
Key Takeaway
Green Bay Gypstack Cell 1 is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 80 ft (taller than 92.9% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 11,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 250 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 215 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2004 |
| NID ID | FL00198 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
THE MOSAIC COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Green Bay Gypstack Cell 1?
Green Bay Gypstack Cell 1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Green Bay Gypstack Cell 1?
Green Bay Gypstack Cell 1 is owned by THE MOSAIC COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Green Bay Gypstack Cell 1 built?
Green Bay Gypstack Cell 1 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 Green Bay Gypstack Cell 1?
Green Bay Gypstack Cell 1 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 Green Bay Gypstack Cell 1?
Green Bay Gypstack Cell 1 has a dam height of 80 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 Green Bay Gypstack Cell 1 last inspected?
Green Bay Gypstack Cell 1 was last inspected on September 7, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.