Kingsford Csa El
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 Length | 8,707 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 256 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 160 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1987 |
| NID ID | FL11016 |
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 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.