Lateral Struct#3

CANAL LATERAL C· Indian River, Florida· Built 1962· Other· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Lateral Struct#3 is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 37.7% in FL)
Dam Length48 ft
Dam TypeOther
Max Storage1.9K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.3K acre-ft
Surface Area119 acres
Drainage Area8 sq mi
Max Discharge462 cfs
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDFL00273

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 1, 1994
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SJRWMD

Ownership

SEBASTIAN RIVER

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lateral Struct#3?

Lateral Struct#3 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lateral Struct#3?

Lateral Struct#3 is owned by SEBASTIAN RIVER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lateral Struct#3 built?

Lateral Struct#3 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Lateral Struct#3?

Lateral Struct#3 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lateral Struct#3?

Lateral Struct#3 has a dam height of 16 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 Lateral Struct#3 last inspected?

Lateral Struct#3 was last inspected on March 1, 1994. 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.