S-11

CANAL C· Sumter, Florida· Built 1965· Other· 9 ft tall
Significant Hazard Water Supply Flood Risk Reduction State Government

Key Takeaway

S-11 is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 10.3% in FL)
Dam Length64 ft
Dam TypeOther
Max Storage1.3K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.2K acre-ft
Surface Area93 acres
Drainage Area20 sq mi
Max Discharge600 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDFL77000

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: No
Last Inspection: May 19, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SWFWMD

Ownership

SWFWMD

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of S-11?

S-11 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 S-11?

S-11 is owned by SWFWMD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was S-11 built?

S-11 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 S-11?

S-11 serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is S-11?

S-11 has a dam height of 9 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 S-11 last inspected?

S-11 was last inspected on May 19, 2023. 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.