S9 Fort Meade
Key Takeaway
S9 Fort Meade is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 79.9% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 14,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 300 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 15 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | FL11064 |
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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What is the hazard classification of S9 Fort Meade?
S9 Fort Meade 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 S9 Fort Meade?
S9 Fort Meade is owned by THE MOSAIC COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was S9 Fort Meade built?
S9 Fort Meade was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 S9 Fort Meade?
S9 Fort Meade 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 S9 Fort Meade?
S9 Fort Meade has a dam height of 40 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 S9 Fort Meade last inspected?
S9 Fort Meade was last inspected on January 23, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.