S-36

MIDDLE RIVER CANAL (C-13)· Broward, Florida· Built 1954· Other· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Irrigation State Government

Key Takeaway

S-36 is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 63.5% in FL)
Dam Length96 ft
Dam TypeOther
Max Storage189 acre-ft
Normal Storage115 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,090 cfs
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)
NID IDFL00363

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 8, 1905
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: FDEP

Ownership

SFWMD

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of S-36?

S-36 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-36?

S-36 is owned by SFWMD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was S-36 built?

S-36 was completed in 1954, making it 72 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-36?

S-36 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is S-36?

S-36 has a dam height of 25 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-36 last inspected?

S-36 was last inspected on July 8, 1905. 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.