S-25b
Key Takeaway
S-25b is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 56.2% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 71 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00679 |
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-25b?
S-25b 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-25b?
S-25b is owned by SFWMD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was S-25b built?
S-25b was completed in 1976, making it 50 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-25b?
S-25b 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-25b?
S-25b has a dam height of 21 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-25b last inspected?
S-25b was last inspected on March 4, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.