Moccasin Slough Structure
Key Takeaway
Moccasin Slough Structure is classified as low hazard in Florida. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 17.7% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 43 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 297 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| NID ID | FL18008 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
SWFWMD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Moccasin Slough Structure?
Moccasin Slough Structure 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 Moccasin Slough Structure?
Moccasin Slough Structure is owned by SWFWMD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Moccasin Slough Structure?
Moccasin Slough Structure serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Moccasin Slough Structure?
Moccasin Slough Structure has a dam height of 11 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 Moccasin Slough Structure last inspected?
Moccasin Slough Structure was last inspected on April 20, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.