Manatee Cooling Water Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Manatee Cooling Water Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 79 ft (taller than 92.8% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 48,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3,800 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,965 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00642 |
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
FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Manatee Cooling Water Reservoir?
Manatee Cooling Water Reservoir 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 Manatee Cooling Water Reservoir?
Manatee Cooling Water Reservoir is owned by FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Manatee Cooling Water Reservoir built?
Manatee Cooling Water Reservoir was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Manatee Cooling Water Reservoir?
Manatee Cooling Water Reservoir serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Manatee Cooling Water Reservoir?
Manatee Cooling Water Reservoir has a dam height of 79 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.