P2b Hookers Prairie

PAYNE CREEK· Polk, Florida· Built 1999· Earth· 45 ft tall
Significant Hazard Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

P2b Hookers Prairie is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 45 ft (taller than 84.7% in FL)
Dam Length23,710 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage35.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage332.8K acre-ft
Surface Area820 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge64 cfs
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDFL11067

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: January 23, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: FDEP

Ownership

THE MOSAIC COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of P2b Hookers Prairie?

P2b Hookers Prairie 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 P2b Hookers Prairie?

P2b Hookers Prairie is owned by THE MOSAIC COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was P2b Hookers Prairie built?

P2b Hookers Prairie was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 P2b Hookers Prairie?

P2b Hookers Prairie 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 P2b Hookers Prairie?

P2b Hookers Prairie has a dam height of 45 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 P2b Hookers Prairie last inspected?

P2b Hookers Prairie was last inspected on January 23, 2006. 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.