Saddle Creek Bd-T-01
Key Takeaway
Saddle Creek Bd-T-01 is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 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 | 13,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 287 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | FL11028 |
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
STATE OF FLORIDA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Saddle Creek Bd-T-01?
Saddle Creek Bd-T-01 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 Saddle Creek Bd-T-01?
Saddle Creek Bd-T-01 is owned by STATE OF FLORIDA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Saddle Creek Bd-T-01 built?
Saddle Creek Bd-T-01 was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Saddle Creek Bd-T-01?
Saddle Creek Bd-T-01 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 Saddle Creek Bd-T-01?
Saddle Creek Bd-T-01 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 Saddle Creek Bd-T-01 last inspected?
Saddle Creek Bd-T-01 was last inspected on September 7, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.