S-148
Key Takeaway
S-148 is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 48.9% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 118 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 3.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 149 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00390 |
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
SFWMD
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of S-148?
S-148 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 S-148?
S-148 is owned by SFWMD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was S-148 built?
S-148 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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-148?
S-148 serves the following purposes: 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-148?
S-148 has a dam height of 20 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-148 last inspected?
S-148 was last inspected on July 10, 1905. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.