Noralyn N-10
Key Takeaway
Noralyn N-10 is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 79.9% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 12,860 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 10.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 245 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00208 |
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
THE MOSAIC COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Noralyn N-10?
Noralyn N-10 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 Noralyn N-10?
Noralyn N-10 is owned by THE MOSAIC COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Noralyn N-10 built?
Noralyn N-10 was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Noralyn N-10?
Noralyn N-10 serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Noralyn N-10?
Noralyn N-10 has a dam height of 40 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.