Kingsford Csa El

ALAFIA RIVER· Hillsborough, Florida· Built 1920· Earth· 20 ft tall
Significant Hazard Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

Kingsford Csa El is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 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 Length8,707 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage8.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage7.7K acre-ft
Surface Area256 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge160 cfs
Year Completed1920 (106 years old)
Year Modified1987
NID IDFL11016

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 El?

Kingsford Csa El 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 El?

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

When was Kingsford Csa El built?

Kingsford Csa El was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 El?

Kingsford Csa El 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 El?

Kingsford Csa El 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 El last inspected?

Kingsford Csa El 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.