K-7
Key Takeaway
K-7 is classified as high hazard in Florida. Its primary use is tailings. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 87.1% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 47.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 940 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | FL83451 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ALAFIA LLC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of K-7?
K-7 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates K-7?
K-7 is owned by ALAFIA LLC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of K-7?
K-7 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 K-7?
K-7 has a dam height of 50 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 K-7 last inspected?
K-7 was last inspected on August 21, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.