Sa 1 S.C.

SWIFT CREEK· Hamilton, Florida· Earth· 25 ft tall
Significant Hazard Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

Sa 1 S.C. is classified as significant hazard in Florida. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 63.5% in FL)
Dam Length19,500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage12.6K acre-ft
Normal Storage11.5K acre-ft
Surface Area577 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge220 cfs
NID IDFL10012

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: Yes
Last Inspection: September 7, 2005
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: FDEP

Ownership

PCS PHOSPHATE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sa 1 S.C.?

Sa 1 S.C. 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 Sa 1 S.C.?

Sa 1 S.C. is owned by PCS PHOSPHATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sa 1 S.C.?

Sa 1 S.C. 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 Sa 1 S.C.?

Sa 1 S.C. 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 Sa 1 S.C. last inspected?

Sa 1 S.C. was last inspected on September 7, 2005. 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.