Sa 11 S.R.

SUWANNE RIVER· Hamilton, Florida· Built 1988· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

Sa 11 S.R. is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 59.8% in FL)
Dam Length28,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage16.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage13.5K acre-ft
Surface Area736 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge220 cfs
Year Completed1988 (38 years old)
NID IDFL10014

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: 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 11 S.R.?

Sa 11 S.R. 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 Sa 11 S.R.?

Sa 11 S.R. is owned by PCS PHOSPHATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sa 11 S.R. built?

Sa 11 S.R. was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Sa 11 S.R.?

Sa 11 S.R. serves the following purposes: Recreation, Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Sa 11 S.R.?

Sa 11 S.R. has a dam height of 23 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 11 S.R. last inspected?

Sa 11 S.R. 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.