Gypsum Field Dike
Key Takeaway
Gypsum Field Dike is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 100 ft (taller than 93.2% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 12,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 240 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00174 |
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
GARDINIER INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gypsum Field Dike?
Gypsum Field Dike 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 Gypsum Field Dike?
Gypsum Field Dike is owned by GARDINIER INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gypsum Field Dike built?
Gypsum Field Dike was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Gypsum Field Dike?
Gypsum Field Dike 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 Gypsum Field Dike?
Gypsum Field Dike has a dam height of 100 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.