Hookers Prairie Mine H2c
Key Takeaway
Hookers Prairie Mine H2c is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 75.5% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 24,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 22.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 680 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | FL11040 |
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 Hookers Prairie Mine H2c?
Hookers Prairie Mine H2c 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 Hookers Prairie Mine H2c?
Hookers Prairie Mine H2c is owned by THE MOSAIC COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hookers Prairie Mine H2c built?
Hookers Prairie Mine H2c was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Hookers Prairie Mine H2c?
Hookers Prairie Mine H2c 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 Hookers Prairie Mine H2c?
Hookers Prairie Mine H2c has a dam height of 35 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 Hookers Prairie Mine H2c last inspected?
Hookers Prairie Mine H2c was last inspected on January 20, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.