Hendrickson Dam
Key Takeaway
Hendrickson Dam is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 40.8% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 10.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 618 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 30,836 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00417 |
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
CITY OF PUNTA GORDA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hendrickson Dam?
Hendrickson Dam 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 Hendrickson Dam?
Hendrickson Dam is owned by CITY OF PUNTA GORDA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hendrickson Dam built?
Hendrickson Dam 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 Hendrickson Dam?
Hendrickson Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hendrickson Dam?
Hendrickson Dam has a dam height of 17 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.