Saddle Creek Sa-4
Key Takeaway
Saddle Creek Sa-4 is classified as significant hazard in Florida. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 61.4% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 11,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 101 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 220 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | FL00568 |
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 Saddle Creek Sa-4?
Saddle Creek Sa-4 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 Sa-4?
Saddle Creek Sa-4 is owned by THE MOSAIC COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Saddle Creek Sa-4 built?
Saddle Creek Sa-4 was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Sa-4?
Saddle Creek Sa-4 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 Sa-4?
Saddle Creek Sa-4 has a dam height of 24 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.