Kingsford Csa Cl

ALAFIA RIVER· Hillsborough, Florida· Built 1970· Earth· 20 ft tall
Significant Hazard Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

Kingsford Csa Cl is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 48.9% in FL)
Dam Length6,209 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage2.1K acre-ft
Surface Area138 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge160 cfs
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
Year Modified1987
NID IDFL11014

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: July 20, 2005
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: FDEP

Ownership

THE MOSAIC COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kingsford Csa Cl?

Kingsford Csa Cl 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 Kingsford Csa Cl?

Kingsford Csa Cl is owned by THE MOSAIC COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kingsford Csa Cl built?

Kingsford Csa Cl was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Kingsford Csa Cl?

Kingsford Csa Cl 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 Kingsford Csa Cl?

Kingsford Csa Cl has a dam height of 20 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 Kingsford Csa Cl last inspected?

Kingsford Csa Cl was last inspected on July 20, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.