Plant City Cooling Pond
Key Takeaway
Plant City Cooling Pond is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 60 ft (taller than 91% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 43 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 64 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00615 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
THE MOSAIC COMPANY
Private
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Significant Hazard 60 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Plant City Cooling Pond?
Plant City Cooling Pond 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 Plant City Cooling Pond?
Plant City Cooling Pond is owned by THE MOSAIC COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Plant City Cooling Pond built?
Plant City Cooling Pond was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Plant City Cooling Pond?
Plant City Cooling Pond 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 Plant City Cooling Pond?
Plant City Cooling Pond has a dam height of 60 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.